Finding out that a friend or loved one has been arrested for a drug-related crime can be nerve-wracking. Unfortunately, it's something that a lot of people have had to deal with. If you ever find yourself wondering whether your friend or family member is safe, where they are, and what you can do, here are a few steps to follow.
Call the Jail
If your friend or loved one was arrested in or around Santa Clarita, they were most likely taken to the Santa Clarita Sheriff Station jail to undergo ...
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Canyon Country Man Arrested
Recently, a suspected rapist was arrested in Canyon Country. The suspect, I. Phillips, was arrested in connection with an alleged rape that occurred in March of this year. It's alleged that he used an intoxicant on his victim. He is currently being held at the Santa Clarita Sheriff Station in lieu of $300,000 bail.
Rape is covered under California Penal Code as using force, threats, or fraud in order to have non-consensual sex with someone else. Under Megan's Law, a rape conviction requires t...
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Are You a Flight Risk?
When a judge is deciding whether or not to set bail, one of the factors they will consider is whether or not the defendant is a flight risk. The judge wants to make sure you appear for all of your court dates, and people who seem like they may not show up are often denied bail. Here are a few factors judges consider when deciding whether or not a person is a flight risk.
Nearby Family
If you have a family in the area, particularly a spouse and children, you're typically considered a low fl...
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