May 21, 2025 | By Kerry Armstrong | Read Time: 5 minutes
If you’re wondering, is incest illegal? The simple answer is yes, incest is illegal in California under Penal Code § 285. This law states that marriage or sexual relations between close relatives is a felony, punishable by up to 3 years in jail and fines up to $10,000. Every state prohibits incest in some form. One reason for this...
May 21, 2025 | By Kerry Armstrong | Read Time: 5 minutes
Are you wondering, “Is prostitution legal in California?” Maybe you think prostitution and escorting are the same thing? They are not two different names for the same profession. The biggest difference is that prostitution is not legal in California, but escorting is (as long as no sex acts occur.) In this article, our sex crimes lawyers will go over...
May 20, 2025 | By Kerry Armstrong | Read Time: 5 minutes
If you have been arrested, you know how frightening it can be. Something goes wrong, and suddenly, you are handcuffed and sitting on the curb, surrounded by flashing lights and officers asking questions. You do not know if you should answer. Your heart is racing, and one thought cuts through the chaos: What are Miranda rights, and when must...