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    Is Drug Possession for Sale a Felony or Misdemeanor in California?

    Drug offenses involving the sale of controlled substances are treated much more seriously than…

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    Felony Vandalism in CA: What Does Penal Code 594(b)(1) Mean?

    Being accused of felony vandalism in California is more than simply being charged with…

  • Is domestic violence a felony in California — attorney consultation at Southwest Justice Center Murrieta
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    Is Domestic Violence Automatically a Felony in California?

    No — domestic violence is not automatically a felony in California. Most domestic violence…

  • SB 731 record sealing is already in effect — your California record may be sealed without you knowing. How to check, and what to do if it isn't.
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    SB 731 Explained: Where California’s Automatic Record Sealing Law Stands in 2026

    If you have an old California arrest or conviction, there’s a real chance the…

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    What is a Felony Settlement Conference in Department S-204?

    If your court paperwork says “Felony Settlement Conference” in Department S-204, here’s what that…

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    What Happens at a Trial Readiness Conference at the Southwest Justice Center

    If your next court date is a Trial Readiness Conference — a “TRC” —…

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    Voluntary vs. Involuntary Manslaughter in California

    In California, not all killings are charged the same under the law. While murder…

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    Options When Charged with Unauthorized Use of a Credit Card by a Family Member in CA

    Disputes involving money between family members can quickly become legally complicated, especially when a…

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    What to Do After Hitting a Parked Car in Temecula, Murrieta or Menifee | Criminal Defense Law Firm

    You back out of a space, feel a bump, get out, and there’s a…

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    Possession for Sale vs. Simple Possession in California (HS § 11351 and § 11350)

    Being charged with possession for sale, when you know the drugs were only ever…

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