“Negligent Discharge of a Firearm” │ California Penal Code 246.3 PC
In California, negligent discharge of a firearm is charged under Penal Code 246.3 making it unlawful to intentionally discharge a firearm with gross negligence which may result in death or injury to someone. This charge is considered a wobbler offense which means the government holds discretion when electing to file this charge as either a […]
California “Brandishing” Laws – Penal Code 417 PC
In California, Brandishing is charged under Penal Code 417 pc. The law requires any conviction for brandishing, whether carried out with a weapon or firearm, you to serve a minimum term of 30 days in the county jail. If you committed this crime against a police officer, then you can expect to face more severe […]
“Assault with a Firearm” – California Penal Code 245(a)(2) PC
In California, “Assault with a Firearm” is charged under Penal Code 245(a)(2) pc. This offense is a wobbler which means you could be charged with either a felony or misdemeanor. Simply put, this charge requires that you made an unlawful attempt, coupled with the present ability, to commit a violent injury on another with the […]
“Carrying a Loaded Firearm” Laws – California Penal Code 25850(a) PC
In California, “carrying a loaded firearm” is a criminal offense charged by the government under Penal Code 25850(a) pc. This charge is a wobbler which means the prosecutor holds discretion when electing to charge you with a felony or misdemeanor. The prosecutor will consider largely on your prior criminal history or severity of the current […]
Firearm Not the Registered Owner│California Penal Code 25850(c)(6) PC
In California, the crime of Carrying a Loaded Firearm as Not the Register Owner is charged under Penal Code 25850(c)(6). It is a wobbler offense which means the government holds discretion when electing to charge you with either a felony or misdemeanor. The following article will address 6 important things you should know about the […]
“Stalking” Defenses & Punishment │ California Penal Code 646.9 PC
In California, “Stalking” is charged by the government under Penal Code 646.9 pc. You could be charged with stalking by following another in person or via electronic device – e.g., email, text messaging, and within social media. It is a wobbler offense which means the government may elect to charge you with either a felony […]
“Restraining Order Violation” Defenses & Punishment | California PC 273.6
Labeled as a domestic violence charge, violating a restraining order is a criminal offense charged under California Penal Code § 273.6 making it unlawful to intentionally and knowingly violate a court issued protective order. For the purposes of this charge, an “order” may be a protective order issued in criminal court or civil restraining order or “TRO”. […]
Domestic Battery Defense Lawyer | California Penal Code 243(e)(1) PC
Domestic battery, also known as “spousal battery” is charged under California Penal Code 243(e)(1). The charge is relatively the same as simple battery only carried out against your spouse, cohabitant, parent, relationship partner, or someone you previously had a dating relationship with. Domestic battery is a misdemeanor offense carrying severe penalties, often requiring probation and […]
