Defendants in criminal cases are those individuals being prosecuted for a crime.
At the first appearance, you will be read your rights and you will hear the charges against you.
It’s essential that you know your rights when you’re being investigated for a crime.
Mistakes people do after getting arrested which makes their situation even worse.
Misdemeanor in California is a punishable offense but less serious than felony.
Felony in California is any crime with a penalty of one year or more in custody.
Some useful legal resources provided by Los Angeles Criminal Defenders (LACD) for the people of California.
