Matthew J Felonies Law Blog

It is an oft asked question by legal scholars and the common citizen, What is the definition of a criminal threat under California criminal laws?  In order to peoperly  answer this question the person must look to the criminal codes that dictate and promulgate this crime, PC 422.  This crime, like all other criminal charges, can be bolied down and distilled into elements that must be established by the state prosecutor in court ord... Read More

Felony prosecutions enjoy a unique process unlike misdemeanor cases in the state.  Felony Charges are iniated by the District Attorney and are vigorously pursued,  A felony charge can carry time in state prison and will ofetn require that the defendant lose his or her voting rights.... Read More

The criminal offense of hit and run occurs when a person or persons are involved in a automobile collision and neglect to exchange information regarding identity of the driver and insurance.  A hit and run defense lawyer can be very valuable in these cases to properly guide the person to make the right decisions.  A Hit and run is very common, particularly when the involved party has been out to a bar... Read More