California “Involuntary Manslaughter” Laws | Penal Code 192(b) PC
In California, involuntary manslaughter is codified under penal code 192(b) pc when a person unintentionally kills another resulting from criminal negligence.[1] In other words, involuntary manslaughter requires no intent to kill or harm another but still makes it a crime when the killing was an accident. To prove someone is guilty of involuntary manslaughter, the […]
Newport Beach White Collar Crimes Attorney
White collar crimes often involve financial transactions, frequently committed by persons in a position of trust or who have a fiduciary responsibility. Identified as non-violent crimes, they are pursued aggressively by both state and federal prosecutors. Because white-collar offenses ordinarily consist of planning and sophistication to carry out, prosecutors tenaciously prosecute to ensure convictions and […]
Newport Beach Embezzlement Attorney | PC 503
Embezzlement is a serious crime in California, punishable by a lengthy jail sentence, fines, and the payment of restitution. Many hard working people who have never been charged with a crime before find themselves being prosecuted for embezzlement. Consequently, retaining an experienced Newport Beach embezzlement attorney can be one of the most important decisions you […]
What is a “Safety Valve” in Federal Sentencing Law? | 18 USC § 3553(f)
Congress has enacted laws that require a defendant to serve a mandatory minimum sentence in federal prison if convicted of a certain crime. For example, if a defendant is convicted of drug trafficking of one (1) kilo of cocaine, the defendant will face a mandatory minimum sentence of 10 years in federal prison. In addition, […]
Newport Beach Rape Defense Attorney
Have you been charged or under investigation for rape, or other high-level sex crime in Newport Beach? If so, contact an experienced Newport Beach rape defense attorney at the Law Offices of John D. Rogers. Retaining the right attorney can be one of the most important decisions you make. Call us today at (949) 625-4487 […]
California Pretrial Diversion for Low-Level Misdemeanor Offenses
In 2018, the California Legislative revised Penal Code 1000 allowing certain defendant’s charged with low-level offenses, to participate in pretrial diversion.[1] Previously, diversion required a guilty and/or not contest plea, where upon successful completion of diversion, the case would be dismissed. This however carried adverse consequences to non-US citizen’s despite the case being “dismissed.” Therefore, […]
What is the Punishment for Grand Theft? California PC 487
Grand theft is charged under penal code 487 pc making it unlawful to take and carry away property of another with an amount exceeding $950.[1] If the property amount is at or below $950, then the charge is petty theft and/or shoplifting. Ordinarily, grand theft can be charged along with other offenses that may have […]
Newport Beach Stalking Defense Attorney
Have you been arrested or charged with stalking? Retaining an experienced Newport Beach stalking defense attorney could be one of the most important decisions you make. At the Law Offices of John D. Rogers pride ourselves in providing unmatched representation for all domestic violence accusations and we strive to achieve noteworthy results. Contact us today […]
