RSSWhen a person is charged with a crime in California, he or she usually assumes that proper procedure was probably followed. After all, most citizens don’t have extensive knowledge of either police procedure or the law, and thus a criminal charge is often assumed to be valid from the get-go. Still, as those in the Los Angeles area recognize, large urban police departments are just as susceptible to mistakes as are the residents they protect.
Crime News
Not Maintaining Business Vehicles Can Result in Criminal Charges
Anyone who owns or runs a business knows that there are countless rules and regulations that must be followed. Usually, though, infractions involve fines and other financial penalties rather than criminal charges. However, a recent incident on the 101 Freeway highlighted the fact that business owners or operators may sometimes face criminal charges if they neglect or overlook regulatory requirements.
L.A. County Sheriff’s Office on Lookout for Hit-and-Run Driver
The roadways of Southern California are almost always packed – not just with cars, but with joggers, cyclists, dog-walkers, scooter-riders and the like. Drivers must pay extremely close attention to their surroundings but sometimes a split second of inattention or distraction can spell tragedy. In some situations, a pedestrian may not follow traffic rules or a cyclist may dart out into an intersection. In any case, when vehicles and non-vehicles collide in L.A., the results can be injury, death or criminal charges.
Los Angeles Cyclists Agitate for Criminal Charges Against Police Officer
It’s not unusual to see scores of cyclists cruising along the streets in and around Los Angeles. At times, these groups are riding together for a cause, usually a charitable endeavor or sometimes a memorial for a fallen member of the community. Recently, dozens of individuals on bikes traversed the route from Calabasas to downtown Los Angeles, a trek that is about 30 miles. The cyclists converged on the District Attorney’s office to put pressure on authorities to increase charges against a deputy who struck a bicyclist.
California Man Receives Manslaughter Charges Following Overdose
Manslaughter is a crime that is often misunderstood by those who, fortunately, have never had to encounter this type of charge in their own lives. Some might assume that involuntary manslaughter charges only come about after car accidents or accidental shootings. However, a California resident can be charged with involuntary manslaughter in some cases after providing drugs to someone who later overdoses on those same substances.
Street Racing Wreck in Long Beach Results in Fatality, Arrest
Motorists travel Ocean Boulevard for many reasons, and some stretches of the road are all too tempting for young drivers wanting to engage in street racing. Recently in Long Beach, two vehicles were apparently racing on a stretch of the scenic road when one car wiped-out. The Honda convertible struck a tree and the crash ejected two occupants of one vehicle; one occupant suffered critical injuries while the other passed away at the scene.
California Highway Patrolman’s Questionable Actions Caught on Tape
Cameras are just about everywhere these days, and their ability to help in solving crimes has become invaluable and almost expected. As helpful as cameras are in recording elements of a crime, they have also been just as beneficial for suspects of crimes. Police dash cams, for instance, can capture most parts of a traffic stop and relay an answer to the question of proper police procedure.
Can Police Search Your Cellphone without a Warrant? Supreme Court Says No
When the U.S. Supreme Court issues a unanimous ruling, the impact is likely to be significant. On June 25, the SCOTUS did just that when it unanimously decided that police cannot search the cellphones of arrested individuals without first obtaining a warrant.
Los Angeles Misdemeanor and Felony Crimes
The Law Offices of Jonathan I. Kelman represents clients charged with all felony and misdemeanor crimes in the State of California. If you or a loved one have been arrested or are being investigated for a crime, call today for your free case evaluation.
Are Job Prospects Looking Brighter for Those with Los Angeles Criminal Convictions?
As Los Angeles residents are likely all too aware, it’s not easy to land a good job these days. Making things even tougher are the extensive background checks utilized by many employers. These can include credit checks, criminal background checks and more. For those with criminal convictions on their records, securing employment can be exceptionally difficult in an uncertain economy.