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Just hours after thousands of people were gathered together to celebrate Lunar New Year’s Eve in Monterey Park, California, last Saturday evening, a gunman opened fire inside a nearby dance studio, killing 10 people and injuring at least 10 others. An 11th victim later died at the hospital, reports the Los Angeles County Department of Health Services (DHS). What We Know About the Monterey Park Shooting The devastating mass shooting took place at about 10:22 p.m. local time this past Saturday, inside the Star Dance Studio in Monterey Park, a predominantly Asian American community in the western San Gabriel Valley ...

Domestic violence is an issue that affects many communities across the United States. Unfortunately, those who are trying to become naturalized as U.S. citizens may face some challenges if they are arrested and convicted of domestic violence (or certain other types of crimes). If you were arrested or charged with domestic violence, it’s important to understand how this could affect your application for citizenship. Depending on the circumstances of your arrest and conviction, a domestic violence charge may make it harder for you to become a U.S citizen, or even block your application from going forward. Here’s what you need ...

In California, domestic violence offenses are aggressively prosecuted, and convicted offenders face harsh, life-changing penalties. Domestic abuse crimes are also highly stigmatized, and mere allegations of spousal abuse can damage the accused's reputation, even if they are innocent of the crime. If you or a loved one has been charged with a domestic violence crime in California, do not hesitate to consult our San Diego domestic violence attorneys at Sevens Legal. We will fight to protect your legal rights and restore your reputation. Key Takeaways Domestic violence crimes are punished harshly in California. Many kinds of abuse may lead to ...

Mandatory lockdowns for COVID-19 brought significant shifts to everyday life. People began working from home and homeschooling their children with limited access to amenities. People in abusive relationships find themselves in close quarters with their partners and no way out. Those planning to leave became stuck with them during "shelter in place." Social workers, childcare workers, teachers, and others who typically had regular contact with victims were removed from the equation. The advent of social distancing also separated victims from family or friends who might spot signs of abuse and assist them in leaving. Fears of spreading COVID-19 closed available ...

You know how serious it is if you've been accused of a sex crime, especially if you work around children. Teachers, daycare workers, school bus drivers, and others can be terminated immediately, even before trial. There are restrictions on where you can live and what you can do. Convicted sex offenders are required to be on California's Sex Offender Registry. This includes the national sex offender registry under Megan's Law. Potential employers, landlords, law enforcement, and the public have access to this information. Sex crime convictions from other states are also included. The term "sex offender" is used for a ...