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Facing a manslaughter charge in Los Angeles, California, places your freedom, reputation, and future at immediate risk. Whether you are confronting allegations arising from an accidental death or an overzealous prosecution attempting to elevate an ordinary accident into a violent felony, skilled legal representation is essential to defending your constitutional rights and challenging the state’s…

Under California Penal Code Section 503 (PC 503), embezzlement is a serious white-collar crime that involves the wrongful taking of money or property entrusted to someone. Unlike theft or larceny, as defined by Penal Code Section 484, which is the taking of property without permission, embezzlement requires a relationship of trust or fiduciary responsibility between…

Being charged with driving while intoxicated is a scary experience. California law increases the consequences of a crash that injures another person. Driving while under the influence of alcohol or drugs and causing injury, a violation of Vehicle Code § 23153 (CVC § 23153), is a serious crime that can be charged as a misdemeanor…

California Health and Safety Code Section 11550 (HS 11550) makes it a misdemeanor to use or be under the influence of a controlled substance without a valid prescription. According to this law, the prosecution must prove that the controlled drug had an effect on your nervous system, brain, or muscles in any detectable way or…

Facing an assault with a deadly weapon (ADW) allegation can have serious consequences, whether you are being investigated or have already been arrested. Under California Penal Code Section 245(a)(1)(PC), you may face substantial criminal penalties, including time in jail or prison, even when the alleged incident did not result in physical injury. The prosecution may…

Facing allegations of motor vehicle theft or carjacking can turn your world upside down in an instant. Automobile-related crimes are taken very seriously by both law enforcement and district attorneys. The state prosecutes the cases and often pushes for the maximum penalties allowed by California law. Whether it is a carjacking at gunpoint or taking…

Under California Penal Code Section 192, criminal charges for voluntary manslaughter happen when a person is suspected of having unlawfully killed another person after a sudden quarrel, in the heat of the moment, or in an imperfect self-defense situation. It is a felony, punishable by up to 11 years in prison. A conviction for voluntary…

If you are charged with assault in California, there are legal defense options you can explore to fight these charges. Assault is an offense that is defined widely and can attract criminal or civil charges if you are guilty. Certain assault offenses are punished more severely. Assault with a caustic chemical is one of the…

A criminal charge for drug manufacturing in Los Angeles can upend your life. Operating a drug laboratory, extracting illegal drugs, and synthesizing controlled substances are life-changing offenses under California Health and Safety Code 11379.7. You face up to 7 years in state prison, up to $50,000 in court fines, and a felony record that will…

In California, gang-related offenses are severe violations. The state punishes involvement in street gangs with harsher prison terms. You will be subject to increased penalties if found criminally liable for participating in or promoting gang offenses. If accused of any gang crime, you need to consult a lawyer knowledgeable about defending clients facing gang enhancement…