Vandalism
Will Justin Bieber Face Vandalism Charges? Never Say Never
If you have more money than God and you can do just about anything you want with it, what would you do for fun? If the allegations being raised by one of Justin Bieber's neighbors are true, the 19-year-old pop star decided to egg his neighbor's house on Jan. 9. According to a statement released by the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department, Bieber's neighbor claims the egging is estimated to…
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Melee in Huntington Beach after U.S. Open Results in Vandalism Charges (PC section 594)
At least eight people – ranging in age from 15 to 30 – were arrested on vandalism and other charges following riots in downtown Huntington Beach after the conclusion of the U.S. Open of Surfing, a week-long surfing competition. According the Los Angeles Times, the violence erupted the night of July 29 as the crowd of spectators and visitors moved up Main Street. Police said some people began tipping over…
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A Vandalism Conviction In California Can Lead To A Suspension Of Driving Privileges
In California, the court will impose a suspension, or delay the driving privileges of any minor convicted of vandalism. A conviction mandates the court to impose a two year license suspension for a person 13 years of age up to 21 years of age. If the minor has yet to receive a license, the court will put a delay the issuance of a license. Vandalism in California is codified under…
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I’m Charged with Vandalism. What Should I Do Next?
In California, Penal Code 594 defines vandalism as maliciously damaging or destroying property belonging to another person, or defacing it with graffiti or other inscribed material. Someone acts maliciously when a person intentionally does a wrongful act, or when an individual acts with the unlawful intent to annoy or injure someone else. For the purposed of this offense, the defacement does not need to be permanent. Graffiti or other inscribed…
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I am Accused of Vandalism – What Should I Do? – California Penal Code Section 594
California Penal Code Section 594 defines vandalism as any person who maliciously defaces with graffiti, damages, or destroys any real or personal property. This definition is so broad that it encompasses any sort of destructive or unsightly behaviors. Specifically, you could be charged with vandalism for minor crimes, such as scratching you name into a desk or throwing eggs at someone's house or car. Essentially, if the property or item does…
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How Hiring an Experienced San Diego Criminal Defense Attorney Can Help You if You Are Charged with Vandalism – Penal Code Section 594
It was recently reported that three individuals were arrested in connection to a vandalism case in El Cajon, California. Oswaldo Sanchez (19 years old), Aaron Menjuga (18 years old), and a minor (male, 16-years old) were all taken into custody when police pulled them over for an unrelated traffic stop. The police found BB guns and ammunition in the vehicle. Earlier that same day over 13 cars had been damaged…
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Minors and Vandalism Charges
It was recently reported that a minor was taken into custody and charged with 232 counts of vandalism in Vista, California. The police also suspect him in 85 additional vandalism incidences. His alleged graffiti tags have caused over $101,000 in damage according to police. His name has not been released because he is a minor. In this case, the minor will be facing charges in juvenile court. Juvenile courts are…
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