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Grand Theft, Petty Theft, and Shoplifting

Posted on by Ryan Avery
Grand Theft, Petty Theft, and Shoplifting
The difference between petty theft and grand theft in the State of California depends on the value of the stolen merchandise. Generally, when someone steals something valued at or below $950 it is charged as a misdemeanor-level petty theft crime. When the cost is over $950, grand theft (which can be charged as either a misdemeanor or a felony) is usually charged. When it comes to theft crimes in California, they all have similar elements: Property existed owned by someone else The sus...
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What Is Reckless Burning?

Posted on by Robin
What Is Reckless Burning?
Wildfires raging across the state will wreak devastation wherever they pass. Many of these fires are started through natural means or by no fault of anyone else, while others have been started deliberately. When a fire is started deliberately and maliciously, it's known as 451 PC - arson. When a person ignites or burns something without malice, they can be charged with 452 PC - reckless burning. The law makes it a crime to recklessly burn any forest land, structure, or property. A few exam...
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Santa Clarita Bail Bonds – Receiving Stolen Property

Posted on by Robin
Santa Clarita Bail Bonds - Receiving Stolen Property
Recently, a man was scrolling through Craigslist when he found a 2023 model Porsche on sale for a good deal. After haggling over the phone, the would-be buyer got the price down to $35k - a price some might call a steal... Unfortunately upon returning home, the buyer-turned-victim found employees from a luxury rental car company and the Bakersfield police waiting in his driveway claiming the vehicle belonged to them and that they were taking it. The vehicle was subsequently impounded and a se...
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