'Enhancement' Charges Make Punishment for California Homicides Much Worse

It is already very serious to be charged with homicide in California. These California homicide charges, which vary from first degree murder to vehicular manslaughter, carry with them severe punishments that include prison terms, hefty fines and much more.

If convicted on California homicide charges, not only will you face strict punishment but your life will also be changed forever. It is crucial that you take immediate action if you or a loved one is under investigation. Calling a Ventura criminal defense attorney sooner rather than later can make all the difference.

While the punishments for the different types of homicide in California can be very severe, there are also enhancement charges that can be added in some cases. These additional charges can increase the effect of a conviction and land you behind bars even longer.

These California enhancement charges can include:

• Possessing or using a gun
• Having armor-piercing or dangerous ammunition
• Using assault weapons or machine guns
• Giving a gun to someone else that commits a crime

Each of these California enhancement charges can add years to a potential prison term and must be taken very seriously by those being investigated. This is nothing to dismiss in building the defense of your case.

To learn more about these enhancement charges or how the use of a firearm can increase the severity of a crime, or if you are being investigated for a serious crime in California, call the Ventura criminal defense attorneys of Bamieh & Erickson today at (805) 643-5555.

We have years of experience defending people similar to your, protecting the solemn principle that someone is innocent until proven guilty. Call us as soon as possible at (805) 643-5555 to schedule a free, no-obligation consultation about your individual circumstances.