It is common for people to be completely wrong when they guess which felony crimes are most often charged in California. Today you can learn about the most common charges, according to the Uniform Crime Reports. If you have been charged with these or other felony charges, contact Chambers Law Firm at 714-760-4088 to request a free legal consultation.
Drug Crimes
There are many drug crimes a person can be charged with, and the umbrella term “drug crimes” is one of the most commonly charged felonies in the country. Examples include possession, manufacturing, interstate transport, and sales. Additional crimes can include possession of drug paraphernalia or driving while under the influence of drugs.
Property Crimes
This is yet another umbrella term that covers any crime that involves either the destruction of property or the unauthorized taking of property. For example, arson is a property crime because it involves destroying property, while burglary, larceny, and theft are all examples of property crimes that involve unauthorized taking. Theft is the most common of all property crimes, and it is rare for a property crime to involve bodily harm. However, there are exceptions – for example, arson cases can involve injury or even death if someone was in the structure at the time the fire was started.
DUIs
It is likely not surprising to learn that DUIs are one of the most common criminal offenses in the United States. Note that this refers both to driving under the influence of alcohol and driving under the influence of drugs. However, DUIs involving alcohol are much more common. In some cases, the police will set up a checkpoint, in others they will pull over someone who they believe was driving erratically or unsafely. When a person has a single felony on their record, it is often a DUI.
Assault
There are more than one million assault charges filed every year in the United States. Assault refers to willfully attempting to inflict harm on other people. Along with assault often come charges of battery, which refers to actually inflicting the harm that was attempted in the assault. Assault cases can be difficult for everyone involved and they often encompass family members or partners. Some assault cases are charged as domestic violence.
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