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Feb. 7, 2022

According to a recent study, an estimated 2 to 3 million temporary restraining orders are issued in the United States annually. In California, a restraining order may be issued to protect individuals facing legitimate threats—such as domestic violence, assault, abuse, or sexual harassment— from their abuser.

Feb. 7, 2022

Family gatherings offer an opportunity for people to get to know their relatives, interact, and spend quality time bonding with loved ones. Unfortunately, a peaceful family gathering can sometimes turn violent due to disagreements, contrasting beliefs, or misunderstandings between family members.

Feb. 5, 2022

According to the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), about 28,500 criminal incidents against persons and property on campuses of post-secondary institutions were reported to police and security agencies in 2018. Students in colleges and universities in California and across the United States are expected to follow their schools’ codes of student conduct.

Jan. 28, 2022

According to statistics from the Crime in California Report, there were 853,576 total arrests by law enforcement statewide in 2020. When a person is arrested and charged with a crime, a criminal trial will be scheduled to examine the evidence before a law court or jury. However, the outcome of the criminal case will depend on the strength and admissibility of the available evidence. Such evidence may include scientific evidence, physical proof, or witness statements and testimonies.

Jan. 28, 2022

According to a report by the Vera Institute of Justice, more than 40,000 individuals are incarcerated in California's jails while awaiting trial. Of these, approximately half are there because they're unable to afford bonds.

Jan. 23, 2022

According to data obtained from a 2021 National Firearms Survey, about 25.3 million Americans have used a gun in self-defense. Under California law, individuals have the right to protect themselves or others against potential harm or danger. However, certain rules guide the use of force or deadly force in self-defense or defense of others.

Dec. 8, 2021

In California, the Courts of Appeal review issues and hear appeals in civil and criminal matters from the lower courts. Through the California appellate court, legal mistakes made in a trial court can be resolved.

Dec. 6, 2021

According to the 2018 California Safety and Wellbeing Survey (CSaWS), an estimated 4.2 million adults in California own a gun. Owning and possessing a gun in the State of California is legal. However, you may lose your gun ownership rights when facing domestic violence allegations or if a restraining order has been filed against you.

Nov. 23, 2021

According to statistics from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting (UCR) program, there were about 2,155 total arrests for rape in California in 2019. Under California laws, it is illegal for a person who is 18 years or older to have sex with someone below 18 years, even if the sex is consensual.

Nov. 23, 2021

According to SafeHome.org, there are 82,751 total registered sex offenders in California as of May 2021. Under California laws, any individual convicted of certain sex crimes must register as a sex offender with local authorities.