Posted June 23, 2015
Defending First-Degree Murder Charges in Orange County Homicide is the unlawful killing of a human being. Depending upon the circumstances of the death, homicide can result in murder or manslaughter charges. Murder cases must involve “malice aforethought.” This means that
Posted June 17, 2015
When Teenagers Face Criminal Charges in Orange County Children often view turning 18 as an exciting time because they are now old enough to vote, get married and they can enjoy the many freedoms that come with being an adult.
Posted May 21, 2015
The Due Process Rights of Juveniles Under the U.S. Constitution, individuals have certain rights when charged with a crime. However, there are different Constitutional rights available for a defendant when he or she is a juvenile. While juveniles do not
Posted May 6, 2015
Orange County Physician Charged with Embezzlement A 56-year-old Newport Beach physician has been arrested and charged with tax evasion and embezzlement. According to a news report in The Orange County Register, he was charged with one felony count of embezzlement and
Posted April 22, 2015
Woman Pleads Guilty to Embezzlement and Wire Fraud A 44-year-old woman faces up to 20 years in federal prison after pleading guilty in a Santa Ana court to stealing over $500,000 from her Irvine employer. According to a news report
Posted April 7, 2015
Orange County Man Released from Life Sentence In 1993, a 16-year-old boy became the first Orange County juvenile to receive a sentence of life in prison without parole for contributing to a fatal carjacking. In 2012, a state law was
Posted March 23, 2015
Orange County Man Arrested for Possession of 16 Pounds of Marijuana A 35-year-old man was arrested on drug charges when police seized 16 pounds of marijuana from his vehicle. According to a Daily Pilot news report, the man was arrested by Costa
Posted March 10, 2015
Orange County Juvenile Arrests Dropping Recent analysis of Orange County juvenile arrests shows that half as many teens and children are being arrested on suspicion of crimes compared to years past. According to a news report in The Orange County Register,
Posted February 25, 2015
The Penalty for Possession of Illegal Prescription Drugs Prescription drugs are controlled substances. They are illegal to possess without a valid prescription. It is also illegal to manufacture, sell or even transport these drugs under the United States Controlled Substances
Posted February 9, 2015
Delinquency Hearings for Minors Children under the age of 18 typically do not face adult court proceedings. Instead, minors who are accused of breaking the law must appear in delinquency court. During the delinquency hearing, minors are read out the
