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The answer to how long do you go to jail for a gun charge in California depends on the charge, your criminal history, and whether the case is filed as either a misdemeanor or a felony offense. Jail time can range from up to one year in county jail for many misdemeanor weapons char...

When someone is charged with a crime, one of the first questions they ask is, “How much does a criminal defense lawyer cost?” The answer depends on several key factors, such as the seriousness of the charges, the lawyer’s experience, and the complexity of the case. Understan...

It is a crime in California to intentionally spread an infectious disease. An infectious disease often refers to sexually transmitted diseases such as herpes, HIV, or AIDS. But the law can be applied to any infectious disease. The most relevant example of an infectious disease at ...

Amidst the COVID-19 pandemic, prisons and jails have been under pressure to protect inmate safety. General William Barr has called on officials running prisons to utilize early release policies in order to help halt the spread of this infectious disease. That means qualified priso...

As the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic continues to spread through the United States, each state is taking an active approach in slowing down the spread of the virus. That means many states have put in “stay-at-home” orders as well as various restrictions upon places of busine...

The Fourth Amendment protects every person in the United States from unreasonable searches and seizures. Many people in Burbank are unsure when law enforcement officers can legally search their property without a warrant. Can police search your car, home, or personal belongings wi...

At William Kroger Attorney at Law, our clients often ask about plea deals. Over 90% of criminal cases in the U.S. are resolved through plea deals. A plea deal is an agreement where a defendant pleads guilty to certain criminal charges in exchange for concessions from the prosecu...

In most criminal cases, people think there needs to be physical evidence to prove guilt. This includes things like fingerprints, DNA samples, or illegal drugs. However, in the United States, it is possible to be charged and even convicted without physical evidence. The criminal ju...

A search warrant authorizes law enforcement to look for evidence, but these warrants have strict limits. If the police obtained or executed the warrant improperly, it can be challenged in court. The Fourth Amendment protects you from unreasonable searches and requires police to ha...

If you've been arrested in Los Angeles, what you do next could impact your entire future. One wrong move can hurt your defense strategy-even before your case reaches a courtroom. The legal system in Los Angeles is complex and intricate. Police officers, court rules, and the Distri...