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• Homicide
• Violent Crime/Felony
• White Collar Crime
• Juvenile Defense/Youthful Defenders
• Misdemeanor Offense

Information About California Criminal Cases

Bamieh & Erickson is here to help you. The more you know about California criminal law, the better prepared you will be to fight for your legal rights. These article resources cover what you need to know about California homicide, misdemeanor, felony, fraud, white collar, and juvenile cases. We regularly post articles on a wide range of legal topics that are important to you.

Misdemeanor Offense:

• What Charges Could I Face for a Traffic Misdemeanor in California?   
  Are you facing misdemeanor traffic charges in Ventura? Find out what a Santa Barbara criminal defense lawyer has to say about your possible sentence.
• Felony or Misdemeanor? Understanding the Charges against You in California   
  Have you been accused of a crime in Ventura? Learn the difference between felonies and misdemeanors in California from a Santa Barbara criminal defense lawyer.
• Could Neighborly Concern Mean a Prowling Charge in California?   
  Is prowling a misdemeanor offense in California? Learn how to get help on your case with this advice from a Santa Barbara criminal defense attorney.
• Hit-and-Run Defense in California: Possible Charges and Sentencing   
  Is there any possible defense for hit-and-run drivers in California? Get the facts on felony charges from a trusted Santa Barbara criminal defense attorney.
• A Simple Accident: Defenses in California Vandalism Cases   
  Can I really face jail time for a vandalism offense in California? Get help on your case with advice from a trusted Santa Barbara misdemeanor defense attorney.
• What Exactly is Disorderly Conduct in California?   
  Am I really guilty of disorderly conduct in California, or did the officer make a mistake? Get the facts from a trusted Ventura criminal defense attorney.
• Unlawful Entry: Penalties for Trespassing in Ventura County   
  I didn’t know I was trespassing. Can I still be charged with a criminal offense? Get the facts from an experienced Santa Barbara criminal defense attorney.
• Elder Abuse in Ventura County: Criminal or Civil Offense?   
  Is an elder abuse charge in California a criminal or civil offense? Learn more about senior fraud from an experienced Santa Barbara juvenile defense attorney.
• Charged with a misdemeanor offense? You need a Ventura criminal defense attorney   
  Have you or a loved one been charged with a misdemeanor in Ventura or Santa Monica County? If so, you may need a Ventura criminal lawyer.
• What does it mean when you are charged with a misdemeanor?   
  Convicted of a misdemeanor in California? Find out what that may mean for you, and call Bamieh & Erickson PLC today for advice about your legal options.
• The Types of Behavior That Can Lead to Trespassing Charges   
  Trespassing can lead to infractions or misdemeanor charges. Call us at (805) 643-5555 to learn more about your legal rights.
• Negligent Discharge of a Gun is a Misdemeanor in California   
  California Penal Code 246.3 stipulates that you cannot willfully fire a gun in a negligent manner that puts those around you in grave danger of injury or death. If convicted of this offense, which can be charged as a misdemeanor or felony, you will face severe penalties. Call us today at (805) 643-5555 to talk about fighting for your legal rights.
• Types of Petty Theft/Shoplifting in California   
  There are two types of petty theft charges in California: a petty theft infraction and petty theft misdemeanor. This article describes the difference between the two, and how you can prevent conviction for petty theft crimes in California.
• Misdemeanor Offense Arrests in Santa Barbara County California   
  Felony and misdemeanor crime arrest data is collected and published every year by the California Office of the Attorney General. Data included in this article includes misdemeanor arrest data for all offenders in Santa Barbara County, broken down by gender and type of offense. If you’re facing misdemeanor charges in Ventura or Santa Barbara County, don’t just become another statistic – get yourself a great lawyer. Please contact the law offices of Bamieh & Erickson today to secure the assistance of a skilled and determined criminal defense attorney.
• Misdemeanor Offense Arrests in Ventura County California   
  Every year in California the Office of the Attorney General publishes criminal justice statistics that summarize the number of felony and misdemeanor arrests in the state, broken down by year and by county. This article contains misdemeanor arrest statistics for Ventura County, broken down by gender and type of offense. If you or someone you love is facing misdemeanor charges, act quickly to protect your future – contact the Ventura based law office of Bamieh & Erickson today to discuss your case with a skilled criminal defense attorney.

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