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Robbery (PC 211): Penal Code 211 defines “Robbery” in the state of California as: taking the personal property that is in the possession of another person, from their immediate presence, against their will, or through the use of force and/or fear (for example, wearing masks and wielding guns). However, the crime can also be committed Read More …
Disturbing the Peace (PC 415): Several ways a person can violate California’s “disturbing the peace” law is by: Unlawfully fighting, or challenging another in a fight, in a public place, willfully and maliciously disturbing the peace by loud and unreasonable noise, and/or using offensive words in public so as to provoke violence. Penalties (PC 415): Read More …
Grand Theft (PC 487): In California, the crime of theft is defined as the unlawful taking of someone else’s property. It is considered grand theft under Penal Code 487 if the property is valued over $950. If convicted of grand theft, you may face many repercussions to your professional and personal life. Examples of grand Read More …
Gang-Related Violence/Gang Enhancements (PC 186.22): Penal Code 186.22(a) is the crime of participation in a gang and Penal Code 186.22(b) is defined as the gang sentencing enhancement. The second part (b) is an actual sentence enhancement (an addition to the penalty) for anyone who commits a felony for the benefit of the crew. The first Read More …
Resisting Arrest (PC 148(a)(1)): California Penal Code 148(a)(1) describes the crime most commonly referred to as “resisting arrest.” In California, “resisting arrest” law prohibits you from willfully obstructing, delaying or resisting a law enforcement officer or emergency medical technician (EMT) while he/she is performing his/her duties. Penalties (PC 148): Resisting arrest in California is a Read More …