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Author: Simmons Wagner, LLP

Understanding the Penalties for Homicide in California

Homicide is one of the most severe criminal charges a person can face in California. The penalties for homicide vary depending on the type of homicide, which includes murder, manslaughter, and vehicular homicide. Each type of charge carries different consequences, but...

Understanding the Charges for Sexual Assault in California

In California, sexual assault encompasses a wide range of criminal acts involving non-consensual sexual contact. These charges are taken seriously by the courts and can result in severe penalties. Sexual assault typically includes actions like rape, forced oral...

Can Chewing Tobacco Cause a False High Blood Alcohol Level?

Chewing tobacco doesn’t significantly impact your actual blood alcohol level (BAC), but it can lead to inaccurate results on DUI breath tests. This issue arises due to a phenomenon known as “mouth alcohol,” which can confuse breath testing devices and...
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