Author: Darren O'Loughlin

What is a Violent Crime in California and Why It Matters? The voters of California overwhelmingly passed the Parole for Non-Violent Criminals and Juvenile Court Trial Requirements Initiative, better known as Proposition 57, last November.   The measure aims at reducing

The Difference Between an Infraction, a Misdemeanor and a Felony A crime is a public offense but not every offense is a crime. California generally classifies offenses into one of three categories: infraction, misdemeanor or felony. The category a charge falls into determines the

The Twisted Case of the Craigslist “Rape Fantasy” Plot The twists and turns in this Orange County criminal investigation make it worthy of a Law and Order episode. Prosecutors and police say they were duped by a serial con artist in a sophisticated

New California Criminal Laws Taking Effect Jan 1, 2017 Gun laws get even stricter, some juvenile sex offense penalties are erased, rape statute of limitation is eliminated, and using a mobile device while driving gets touchy. Be in the know

How to Fly a Drone without Getting Arrested Getting a drone as a splurge gift this holiday season probably makes you the envy of your social circle. Your first rule for demonstrating savvy operation is to steer clear of violating federal

Types of Sex Crimes that Result in Mandatory Sex Offender Registration Since the enactment of Megan’s Law in 1996, law enforcement agencies have informed the public about sex offender registrants who pose a risk to the public. According to the

Facing Wire Fraud Charges in Orange County Wire fraud is a white-collar crime, and is handled by the federal court. A conviction for wire fraud in Orange County can result in years of incarceration as well as long-term professional consequences. Wire

Sealing Juvenile Records in Orange County A conviction of a crime will result in the creation of a record, whether as a juvenile or as an adult. A criminal record is considered a reflection of your past behavior and character. Having

Frequently Asked Questions About Drug Crimes in Orange County Q: What are the penalties for possession? The penalties for possession will vary depending on the type of drug that is involved, whether minors were partaking, and your criminal history. The

What is White Collar Crime? The first definition of white collar crime was penned in 1939 as “a crime committed by a person of respectability and high social status in the course of his occupation.”  White collar crimes are non-violent