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Driving on the Sidewalk - Vehicle Code 21663 VC

Posted by Dmitry Gorin | Apr 27, 2023 | 0 Comments

In California, driving a motor vehicle on the sidewalk is a serious offense punishable by law under Vehicle Code 21663 VC. This legislation aims to protect pedestrians and ensure their safety on sidewalks. Vehicles driving on the sidewalk could seriously hurt pedestrians and damage...

Crossing Double Yellow Lines - Vehicle Code 21460 VC

Posted by Dmitry Gorin | Apr 26, 2023 | 0 Comments

California Vehicle Code 21460 VC is the governing statute that outlines the rules and regulations for crossing double yellow lines. This code applies to solid and broken double lines, and understanding its details is essential for safe and legal driving in California. Adhering to the rules regarding...

Driving on a Bike Lane - Vehicle Code 21209 VC

Posted by Dmitry Gorin | Apr 17, 2023 | 0 Comments

As a driver in California, it's crucial to be aware of bicyclists sharing the roads. To help protect cyclists, California has enacted Vehicle Code Section 21209 VC, which prohibits motorists from driving on designated bike lanes. Motorists can only drive on a bike lane to enter or leave...

Special Stops Required - Vehicle Code 22450 VC

Posted by Dmitry Gorin | Apr 06, 2023 | 0 Comments

California law requires drivers to come to a complete stop at all stop signs and railroad crossings defined under California Vehicle Code 22450 VC. For purposes of the law, these are referred to as "special stops." This regulation is essential for maintaining road safety and preventing...

Illegal Waste Dumping - Penal Code 374.3 PC

Posted by Dmitry Gorin | Mar 27, 2023 | 0 Comments

In the State of California, it's against the law to dump garbage and other types of waste in unauthorized places or an unauthorized manner.  This law is codified in California Penal Code 374.3 PC. Simply put, this statute defines the crime commonly known as illegal dumping. It prohibits...

Concealing an Accidental Death - Penal Code 152 PC

Posted by Dmitry Gorin | Mar 27, 2023 | 0 Comments

Generally speaking, under California law, truly accidental death is not a crime. However, attempting to conceal an accidental death is a crime. Under California Penal Code 152 PC, it's a misdemeanor offense to conceal or attempt to conceal someone's accidental death. In other words...

What Is Telemarketing Fraud?

Posted by Dmitry Gorin | Mar 09, 2023 | 0 Comments

California Business and Professions Code 17511.9 describes the crime of telemarketing fraud as using deceitful or fraudulent business schemes by using a telephone to sell goods or services. A prosecutor can file BPC 17511.9 charges as a misdemeanor or felony with a penalty of...

What is a Humphrey Hearing Related to Bail?

Posted by Dmitry Gorin | Feb 08, 2023 | 0 Comments

On March 25, 2021, the California Supreme Court handed down its highly-anticipated opinion in In re Kenneth Humphrey. This case has become emblematic of the growing political and legal opposition to using cash bail. As the court noted, the traditional use of cash bail recognizes...

Inciting a Riot in California - Penal Code 404.6 PC

Posted by Dmitry Gorin | Nov 30, 2022 | 0 Comments

The rights of freedom of speech and peaceable assembly are guaranteed under the U.S. Constitution for every citizen. However, when someone incites violence in an assembly in the name of free speech, the State of California considers it a crime. Inciting a riot is a misdemeanor...

False Identification to Police Officer - Penal Code 148.9 PC

Posted by Dmitry Gorin | Nov 28, 2022 | 0 Comments

In California, if a law enforcement officer detains you and asks you to identify yourself, you are legally obligated to answer them truthfully. As tempting as it may be, if you falsely identify yourself to evade the police investigation, you're committing a crime. California Penal Code 148.9 PC makes it a...

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