Human trafficking is a significant concern in the U.S. and around the world. The International Labor Organization estimates there are 40.3 million human trafficking victims around the globe as of 2016. The U.S. is not immune to forced labor and modern-day slavery. Individuals are brought…
The East Area Rapist, also known as the Golden State Killer, was finally caught and arrested in April 2018. A great deal of information had been obtained by the police and private investigators however they didn’t have enough information to identify and arrest the offender….
If you have been accused of a sex crime, you may have to defend yourself in both criminal and civil legal proceedings. Your most immediate concern is likely the criminal offenses you’re accused of committing. You are rightly worried. Being found guilty of a sex…
Being investigated for a sex offense can be an intimidating situation. The investigation can impact your life in many ways even if you haven’t been formally charged. This process can impact your reputation, career, and your social life. When you initially discover that you’re being…
A health care facility in Fresno County may not be paying off despite millions of taxpayer dollars having been invested since its opening in 2005. The Department of State Hospitals – Coalinga is a high-security psychiatric hospital that treats forensically committed patients, most of whom…
It’s understandable for anyone to be confused after being falsely accused of a sex crime. People in this situation are usually upset about the actions of their accuser. If this is the situation you are in, you may be prepared to attack their credibility in…
California law defines lewd and lascivious conduct as sexual acts which are considered to be highly offensive and contrary to common standards of behavior. State law regarding these offenses are found in California Penal Code (PC) 288, and they can result in years of prison…
On April 6, 2018, visitors to Backpage.com were greeted with a message from the Department of Justice (DOJ) indicating that they had seized the website. Later that day, reports emerged that the federal government had raided the homes of the site’s founders, and charged seven…
Being charged with sexual assault is very serious no matter what the circumstances of your situation may be. It is important to stay calm while also acting without delay to take the necessary steps required to build a strong defense against false accusations. A skilled…
Few things can turn your life upside down like a rape accusation, especially one you know to be false. Fortunately, many rape cases based on false accusations do not end in a conviction. Furthermore, many suspected instances of sexual assault never even result in formal…
