• ContentBurglary Charges under California Penal Code 459

    California Penal Code 459 discusses burglaries and proscribes which type of activity may result in a conviction for first or second degree burglary. Subsequent statutes discuss the legal ramifications of a conviction under this section of the criminal code.

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  • ContentATM Robbery in California - What Is the Penalty?

    Robbery crimes in California have strict penalties and specific requirements that can charge and hold a person responsible for the criminal actions he or she engages in that usually have evidence to back up the charges. Most ATMs have video surveillance that will show law enforcement who committed illegal actions.

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  • ContentBurglary in California and How a Lawyer Can Help

    Theft crimes in California may require a specific definition such as legal understanding of what burglary is and how the criminal charges can change based on the actions and judgment of the perpetrator. If there are any weapons, force, intimidation or aggravating factors, the individual facing the charges could face graver circumstances than a simple misdemeanor or minor felony

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  • ContentRobbery in California and the Help of a Lawyer

    Robbery in the state of California occurs when the perpetrator takes the personal property of someone else against his or her will and without permission through the use of force, intimidation or fear. According to California laws, this is always a felony crime, and all penalties that come with a felony conviction for robbery are possible.

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  • ContentShoplifting: When It's a Felony

    Shoplifting is one of the most common theft crimes in the United States today. Depending on the value of the property stolen – it can be charged as a misdemeanor or a felony offense.

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  • ContentWhat Does the Prosecution Have to Prove When You've Been Charged with Armed Robbery?

    Armed robbery is a type of violent crime that can have serious repercussions. If you are charged with armed robbery or another type of violent crime, it is always best to talk to an experienced criminal defense lawyer who can give you a winning chance at possibly reducing your sentence or even dismissing your case. An experienced defense lawyer can represent you in court, handle all the complicated details of your case, and give you a keen understanding of the legal facts that can affect you.

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  • ContentTheft Crime Charges in California - What You Should Know

    Theft is a common criminal charge in California. It is critical for anyone accused of a theft crime to have a basic understanding of theft law, including how a prosecutor attempts to prove theft, punishments for theft, and defenses to theft allegations.

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  • ContentCalifornia Robbery Cases

    Robbery in California often leads to criminal charges against the alleged perpetrator, and then it is a matter of determining what sentencing will apply based on the circumstances. Robbery cases tend to involve several witnesses that were at the scene during the crime, and their testimony is generally sufficient to convict a person in California.

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