Stockton Legal Issues Blog
Do you know the types of Medicaid fraud?
Some crimes are not violent and may not involve a clear victim. These crimes often fall under the umbrella of white collar crime. They usually have some type of financial motivation. One such case is Medicaid fraud. This also is a federal crime, and it can happen in...
How federal judges determine sentences
Although federal judges have a considerable amount of leeway when determining a sentence, the court system does have guidelines for the process. The Federal Sentencing Guidelines, according to the Cornell University Law School's Legal Information Institute, allow...
What could tempt you to commit white-collar crime?
If you work in an environment where enforcement of organizational values and protocols is limited and subpar or if your position does not require you to report to very many people, the risk that you may become involved in illegal criminal conduct may be higher....
DUI charges during a night out
On Fridays, during the weekend and around major holidays, many people like to spend the night out by themselves or with their friends. This may involve going to a club or bar or they may simply like to walk around the city at night. Often, a night out involves...
DUI charges as a motorcyclist
Motorcyclists may have a number of questions when it comes to drunk driving charges. Some may mistakenly believe that the consequences of a DUI case will be less severe solely because they were riding a motorcycle, while others may think that they are less likely to...
Moving beyond your domestic violence conviction to get a job
If you are charged with domestic violence in California, your whole world may be upended as you begin to learn about what your consequences will be. Outside of the legal consequences, you may be facing, the knowledge that your personal life will be significantly...
Facing a DUI charge in California
Motorists convicted of driving under the influence in California could receive fines, license suspension and jail time. These charges result when law enforcement arrests an individual with measured blood alcohol content of 0.08% or greater. With a range of minimum and...
Road rage: A major cause of accidents across the U.S.
It is not uncommon to hear stories of road rage from California motorists. Whether stuck in traffic or rushing to get to an important appointment, people commonly get irate when faced with other drivers. According to the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety, at least 80%...
California’s Three Strikes law and Senate Bill 394
When California legislators passed the Three Strikes law in 1994, its intent was sentencing habitual violent offenders to long-term prison sentences. Under the law, a defendant convicted of a violent felony offense for the third time must serve a sentence of at least...
Should you choose debt relief or bankruptcy?
If you are drowning in debt in California and want to make a new financial start for yourself, bankruptcy is a viable option. Most consumers file a Chapter 7 or Chapter 13 bankruptcy, but some may opt for debt relief first. If you are unsure where to turn, Resolve...
