Author: spiralmode

The sight of blue lights flashing in the rearview mirror and the realization that you are going way above the posted speed limit causes everyone to break out in a cold sweat. The faster you're going, the more likely it is that you'll find yourself...

Expungement is the process of having an arrest, conviction, and other related records sealed so that they aren't available to the general public. Most states, including California, have taken measures that allow people to have certain records expunged. The reason for this is that it...

The recent winter storms that lashed out across over twenty California counties created the perfect opportunity to address the issue of storm price gouging and the impact it has on the average person. The legal dictionary defines price gouging as: "The practice of raising the price of...

Everyone who lives in California should dedicate some time to familiarizing themselves with the California Family Act. Businesses that are required to grant leave based on this particular Act are all state governmental agencies and any California business that employs at least five people. The Act...

If you think that assault and battery are the same thing, you're mistaken. In California, assault and battery are two different crimes. The reason so many think they are the same charge is that it's not uncommon for a person to be simultaneously charged with...

You've been pulled over, and the police officer says that they suspect you've been drinking. They would like you to perform an immediate sobriety test so that they can determine if you're officially driving while under the influence. At this point, some people meekly comply....

When fentanyl was first starting to generate some media attention, the synthetic opioid was a good thing. It was a popular and extremely effective method to treat extreme pain. Doctors commonly prescribed it post-surgery, and patients with advanced cancer often used it to help control...

Finding out that there is a warrant out for your arrest is an earth-shattering revelation. Most of us don't have the first idea about what we should do in this particular situation. What You Shouldn't Do The mistake that many people make is ignoring the situation and...

Personal protection is something everyone needs to worry about. In addition to taking self-defense classes, many people have started to explore different things that they can carry that will help them protect themselves if they're attacked. Traditionally, pepper spray has been the first choice for...