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SCV Deputies Arrest Criminal Threats Suspect

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SCV Deputies Arrest Criminal Threats Suspect
At around 12:30 on Thursday, February 6th, Santa Clarita Sheriff Station deputies identified a suspect at the Via Princessa Metrolink station who was wanted on suspicion of making criminal threats. Not wanting to be caught, the suspect fled at the sight of police and led them on a foot chase through the Santa Clara Riverbed. Less than an hour later, the suspect was apprehended without incident. During the pursuit, a nearby school was put on hold. However, the hold was lifted a short time late...
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What Influences the Cost of Bail?

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What Influences the Cost of Bail?
People who are arrested and charged with a crime in California do not necessarily have to stay in jail until their trial; the 8th Amendment of the US Constitution guarantees their right to bail. The cost of bail can vary from case-to-case. Below is a description of the factors that can influence the cost of bail and what you can do about it. Each county has a bail schedule that sets the cost of bail based on the severity of the crime. For example, felonies tend to have a higher bail amount th...
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New Year’s Eve Safety

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New Year's Eve Safety
New Year's is a wonderful time for us to reflect on our past accomplishments (or lack thereof) over the past year, and look forward to new and exciting opportunities in the year to come. Of course, holidays are not without their own set of hazards. Below are a few tips for those celebrating New Year's Eve to help keep yourself and your family safe. If You Are Going Out Plan your outing ahead of time. Know where you're going, when you're going to be there, and make sure someone else knows w...
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