After filling out all sorts of forms and applications (universities, jobs, loans, credit cards, housing, etc.), you have definitely noticed the part where it asks if you have a criminal record and/ or have ever been arrested. Ever wonder how often they check, or what they can see on criminal records? ● Not everyone will […]
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Consider this before you even start drinking tonight: that last $8 shot that you’re half hesitant on taking could end up costing you thousands. It could be the few ounces of alcohol that tips you past the legal BAC limit, which for California, is 0.08%. It could be the drink that causes you be pulled […]
One person’s arrest affects multiple other people. Having to deal with the situation is obviously tough and tiring. But perhaps the most painful strain would be that on the child or children the defendant has. Young kids won’t entirely comprehend the scope of the situation. They’re confused. But older children and teens (even adults) can […]
Tis the season to look back and reflect whether you’ve been naughty or nice this year. We all have good days and bad days but regardless of that ratio, there is still time to do more good and be nice this year. Very nice. What we’re talking about is co-signing a bail bond for your […]
The below are a round-up of what we have concluded to be the 7 dumbest, silliest, most absurd laws in California (ranked in no particular order). We’re basing our criteria mostly on the fact that we’re dumbfounded as to why these are even laws because they’re just out-right “w-t-f.” We hope you find this entertaining […]
You know that by piling up unpaid dues (parking/ traffic tickets, credit cards, bills, etc.), you’re setting yourself up to have a warrant out for your arrest? Well, there’s no saying what the limit is until the police issue an arrest for you – it could be a few months, it could be more or […]
To most people’s surprise, jail and prison are not exact synonyms for each other because they refer to two separate institutions that house different groups of criminals and are run by different levels of government. Jail ● Operated by local governments ● Holds individuals awaiting trial or serving short term (usually up to 1 year) […]
Having a criminal record obviously isn’t the best thing, but it won’t stop you from obtaining future opportunities. If you are applying for a new job, housing, a loan, etc., yes, you will need to indicate if you have any criminal history. But, that doesn’t mean you will automatically be denied. Many with criminal records […]
In your daily, weekly routine, do you ever pass some of the same people who are out on their own daily, weekly routines? The woman in your yoga class, the couple at the grocery store, the man at the coffee shop. They are just like you – going about their chores and errands as necessary, […]
No bail bond company will give a bail bond for a juvenile. Why? Juveniles go through a different process when they are arrested. Juveniles are not offered bail – they are released to their parent(s) or guardian(s). California juveniles as those who are 17 and under. However under special circumstances, some juveniles may actually be […]