Violent Crime Involves Actress

Posted on: January 26, 2009 at 11:11 a.m.

While Los Angeles' violent crime numbers have gone down, Los Angeles violent crime attorneys know that there are still hundreds of violent crimes that occur on a regular basis. Normally, when a violent crime occurs in a Los Angeles city such as Inglewood, it goes unnoticed. However, when the violent crime involves an actress and is gang related, suddenly the city, politicians and the media pays attention.

An alleged gang member was convicted of two counts of first-degree murder and six counts of attempted murder in a Los Angeles Superior Court room this month. One of those killed was Tara Correa-McMullen, who was featured in some films as well as the show "Judging Amy." The convicted individual was arrested after he fired at a group of people outside an Inglewood apartment complex on Oct. 21, 2005, killing the 16-year-old actress and injuring two men.

Being found guilty of first-degree murder can lead to life in prison, and for violent crimes involving gang activity, it could lead to the death penalty, which is an option in California. No mention was made in this case of sentencing, but for two murders and six attempted murders, the man can be sure he will face decades in prison and will most likely never again live life outside of prison. The man is 23-years-old, which means he is old enough to be charged as an adult.

In a violent crime case, if the defendant has a prior criminal offense on his/her record, or if the defendant used a weapon while committing the crime, he/she may be subject to enhanced criminal charges and sentencing if convicted. Due to the life-altering legal consequences that are involved, it is always in a persons best interest to obtain the services of a criminal defense attorney who has the legal background and knowledge it takes to successfully fight violent crime charges.

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JatStraikarFan on December 7, 2009 at 4:07 p.m. wrote:

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