In this context, “sexual abuse” means physical contact of a sexual nature that is done for the purpose of causing pain, injury, or discomfort.[3] Many states differentiate between: sexual assault, and aggravated sexual assault. While California uses the terms “misdemeanor sexual battery” and...
Statutory rape is defined underCalifornia Penal Code § 261.5as an unlawful act of sexual intercourse accomplished with a person who is not the spouse of the perpetrator, if the person is a minor. California law defines a “minor” as a person under the age of 18 years and an “adult” ...
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The blatantly violate the code is sell their story and boost their TRP, leaving far reaching injury to the reputation of the accused. The media involves itself so intensely and during such high publicity court cases the media sensationalizes the case and provokes atmosphere of public hysteria ...
Battery with a deadly weapon — Using a lethal weapon or an item that has the potential to cause serious injury during a battery can also result in escalated battery charges. Battery also extends to domestic situations, particularly: Domestic battery — Under Penal Code 243(e)(1), you commit...
Challenging the Intoxilyzer 9000: How to Fight DWI Breath Test in Texas The rise in DWI cases across Texas has brought increased scrutiny to the state’s primary breath-testing instrument – the Intoxilyzer 9000. While prosecutors often pre(...)...
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