One of the consequences of a California DUI conviction is that you'll lose your driving privileges. The county courthouse where you were convicted usually doesn't waste any time when it comes to contacting the DMV and letting them know that your license has been suspended.For...
Getting caught in possession of a counterfeit item in California isn't a laughing matter. The counterfeit item is considered forgery and can be the reason you spend some time in jail.California lawmakers understand just how much trouble counterfeit items are to the state's economy. The...
Did you know that California actually has two different categories of fireworks?The first category of fireworks and the one everyone would prefer that you work with is referred to as "safe and sane fireworks". Most of us are perfectly happy using safe and sane...
The Fourth of July is one of those holidays when everyone likes to cut loose and really relax. Most of us get to enjoy a long weekend which means we tend to drink a little more than we normally would. The fact that many of...
Gas prices have hit historical highs and it doesn't seem like we're going to get much relief this summer. While there isn't anything you can do that will lower the cost per gallon, you can alter your driving habits so that you get the maximum...
In a perfect world, you have great neighbors who you not only like and respect but who are also willing to step up and lend a hand whenever needed. The problem is that we don't live in a perfect world. While some of us are...
When the court issues an order, you have no choice but to follow it. Failing to adhere to the court order will only make an already bad situation even worse.While you might consider violating a court order to be an act of rebellion, California lawmakers...
Finally, it's summertime! Between the increased daylight hours and warmer weather, you're finally able to do all of your favorite outdoor activities, including having your friends over for a bonfire.Before you strike a match, you need to make sure you've taken the proper steps...
If you're caught wandering around a private property there's a good chance that in addition to trespassing charges, you'll also be charged with prowling.Prowling is dealt with in California's Penal Code 647i PC. It defines a prowler as a person, "who, while loitering, prowling, or...
Road rage is a serious problem and it doesn't show signs of getting better. According to the American Automobile Association, approximately 200 murders and 12,000 deaths over seven years were linked to road rage incidents. The NHTSA reported that 66% of traffic fatalities were the...
If you think that carjacking and auto theft are the same thing, you're not alone. While both crimes do involve taking a car without permission, carjacking is the more serious offense. The key difference between a carjacking and a plain auto theft is that when...
Hit and run accidents are extremely serious. There are several mistakes you should avoid making when it comes to a hit-and-run accident.Fleeing the SceneThe biggest mistake you should avoid making is getting involved in a hit-and-run accident. Accidents happen. And while it's perfectly natural to...
When it comes to the safety of school children, California's lawmakers aren't messing around. They expect every single driver to know when they are in a school zone and to drive with even more care. If you're caught speeding in a school zone, you should...
When you hear that someone is suffering from a health problem, especially pain, it's so easy to reach into your medicine cabinet and pull out whatever prescription you have on hand that you think will help them feel better. The reality is that unless you're...
Yes, the Fast and the Furious movie franchise made street racing look like a great way of generating some excitement on a Friday night, but before you gather a group of your friend together to see who can drive the fastest, you should know that...
No one likes DUI checkpoints. Not only do they make many of us nervous, even when we haven't been drinking. There's just something about getting caught in a checkpoint and seeing a police officer walking towards us that tends to activate a guilt complex,...
Finally! It's graduation season. For many students and parents, this is a day they've been waiting for their entire lives. They're finally putting high school behind themselves once and for all and allowing themselves to focus on the future.If you're a graduating senior or someone...
Like most parts of the world, California has some places that are great areas to raise a family. These areas have good schools, solid sources of income, and a low crime rate. The flip side of the coin is that there are also some extremely...
There are many reasons you should turn to Victorville Bail Bonds when you or a loved one needs a bail bond. One of those reasons is that we offer phone approval bail bonds. You won’t believe how much the phone approval simplifies your current situation.What...
One of your favorite loved ones has been arrested. You desperately want to help by posting bail. The only problem is that while your intentions are good and your heart is in the right place, you don’t have any money.The good news is that just...
It doesn't matter if you're manufacturing and distributing fake identification cards because you want to help someone out or because you're trying to supplement your income, you're breaking the law. If you're caught, you'll face some very serious criminal charges.In California, manufacturing fake identification cards...
Many people have heard the term, contributing to the delinquency of a minor, but they don't really know what it means. Nor do they fully understand how it can be against the law in California.Contributing to the delinquency of a minor in California is a...
The rising fuel costs are causing many of us to take a second look at our bikes. Now they not only seem like a pleasant way to stay in shape but also a viable way to ease transportation costs. Not only can you use your...
California residents are expected to behave a certain way. One of the big expectations is that they will be respectful of the general public. Individuals who behave in a way that's considered blatantly disrespectful can be charged with creating a public nuisance.There are several different...