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In Nevada, there are four theft crimes that are always prosecuted as felonies: Grand Larceny (NRS 205.220):  Stealing property valued at $1,200 or more. Grand Larceny of a Motor Vehicle (NRS 205.228):  Stealing an automobile or motorcycle, no matter its value. Grand Larceny of a Firearm (NRS 205.226):  Stealing a gun, no matter its value. …

The Crime of "Contributing to Delinquency of a Minor" — California Penal Code 272 PC ExplainedWatch this video on YouTube You commit the criminal offense of contributing to the delinquency of a minor when you: commit some act or fail to act in a certain way, and the action or inaction makes a child more …

What Is the Difference Between a Lawyer and an Attorney? — Former LA District Attorney ExplainsWatch this video on YouTube There is a subtle difference between the meaning of attorney and lawyer. You are a “lawyer” if you graduate from law school. You then become an “attorney” if you pass the bar exam and enter …

"Can I Go to Jail for Prank Calls?" — Former District Attorney ExplainsWatch this video on YouTube Prank calling can be illegal in some situations. While each state is different, most states prohibit making prank calls to annoy or harass someone. All states make it illegal to prank call 911. Recording a prank call can …

Hung Jury in California? What Happens Next? — Top Defense Attorney ExplainsWatch this video on YouTube In California criminal trials, a hung jury is when the jurors cannot reach a unanimous agreement as to the verdict. All jurors have to agree on guilt or innocence to render a trial complete. (Hung juries can also occur …

What Is an Arraignment in the California Criminal Court Process? — Top Defense Attorney ExplainsWatch this video on YouTube An arraignment is typically the first court hearing, or a defendant’s first appearance in court, in a criminal case and it marks one of the initial stages in the pretrial process. During the hearing, the judge …

What Is a "Misdemeanor" Under California Law? — Common Misdemeanor Crimes and Punishments ExplainedWatch this video on YouTube Some examples of misdemeanors include assault, shoplifting, and petty theft. These are all criminal offenses that are more severe than an infraction, but less severe than a felony. Misdemeanors carry up to 1 year in county jail …

Taking back (“recanting”) your domestic violence statement will not automatically cause the criminal case to be dropped – especially if prosecutors have other evidence that abuse occurred. Plus, the police may then arrest you for giving false statements, obstructing justice, perjury, or even contempt if you fail to show up to trial. To reduce the …

Attempted murder is a serious felony that, depending on the facts of your case and the state in which your crime took place, could result in a sentence of life in prison. Like it sounds, an attempted murder is trying – and failing – to kill a human being. Note that if the victim dies …