Domestic violence restraining orders (DVROs) can be issued quickly—and the consequences can be immediate and severe. Even before a criminal case moves forward, a restraining order can restrict where you live, who you can contact, and your access to firearms. Many...
Not all credit card fraud charges are the same. One of the most important—and misunderstood—parts of a credit card fraud case is whether the charge is filed as a misdemeanor or a felony. That distinction can mean the difference between probation and prison, a...
Cybercrime cases are unlike traditional criminal prosecutions. Instead of eyewitnesses or physical evidence alone, these cases often hinge on data—emails, IP addresses, device logs, metadata, and digital activity trails. While this evidence can appear highly technical...
Credit card fraud is one of the most commonly charged financial crimes—and also one of the most misunderstood. Many people charged with credit card fraud never believed they were committing a crime at all. Some thought they had permission. Others assumed a small...
Gang enhancements can dramatically increase prison sentences in California—even when the underlying charge is relatively minor. Prosecutors often pursue these enhancements aggressively, relying on assumptions, associations, or questionable evidence to argue that a...
