Orange County Criminal Lawyer Blog

OC Certificate of Rehabilitation Attorney: A Second Chance
Law Office of Kristine Koo

An Orange County Certificate of Rehabilitation Attorney is not just a legal representative; they are your advocate, guide, and best chance at securing a future free from the constraints of being considered a criminal.  Living in Orange County with a criminal record, particular one where you went to prison and you are not eligible for…

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CRIMES THAT TRIGGER SEX REGISTRATION AND SEX REGISTRATION TERMINATION
Law Office of Kristine Koo

What crimes trigger sex registration under Penal Code 290  Sex offender status associates with almost all sex crimes.  Here is a list of crimes that trigger sex registration:  Kidnapping with intent to commit a sex offense or rape Assault with intent to commit a sex offense  Human trafficking  Sexual battery  Rape Rape with an unconscious…

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Rape vs. Statutory Rape: Consent Element
Law Office of Kristine Koo

What is rape?   Rape is a type of sexual assault PC § 261(a).  It is when there is non-consensual sexual activity or sexual intercourse that is forced upon another person, who does not consent.  Rape can be accomplished by force, violence, intimidation, injury, or threat.   The People of the State of California will…

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Hit & Run (VC 20002)
Law Office of Kristine Koo

How a Hit & Run can begin – a Story (Facts are made up to illustrate what can happen for a Hit & Run) He’s 20 years old.  Attends UCLA.  Pre-med.  It is December 2021, and he is driving his parent’s car.  He is visiting home during Christmas Break.  His past finals are on his…

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Sex Offender Registration – The Ins and Outs
Law Office of Kristine Koo

People who are convicted of certain sex crimes will have to register as a sex offender in California (Penal Code 290).  Registering as a sex offender negatively impacts one’s life.  Being a sex registrant effects one’s residency, restricts one’s employment, one can lose child custody, and there can be prejudice. Prior to 2021, no matter…

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AB-124 SENTENCING AND CHILD SEX CRIMES
Law Office of Kristine Koo

Identity as a victim of sexual violence is hard.  But, internalizing as a victim of sexual violence and then being accused of sexual violence can be even harder.  If you are accused/charged for a sex crime, and experienced childhood trauma/have a mental illness as listed below, AB 124 may be beneficial when negotiating a plea…

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When a domestic violence victim becomes a domestic violence defendant
Law Office of Kristine Koo

She came in fear.  The night before, she was arrested for domestic violence for pushing her boyfriend away from her.  She had to spend money to bond out.  The district attorney filed a Complaint against her for domestic violence, a violation of Penal Code 243(e)(1).  She had an upcoming court date.   You see, though,…

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Kristine was my lawyer for an unexpected and ugly divorce and custody battle last year. Kristine was professional, taking the time to get to know me. She constantly kept me informed of upcoming hearings and...

Ryan

If i could give Kristine 10 Stars i definitely would , i hired Kristine after i got my 1st DUI back in November of 2021 and not only did she managed to guide me through the entire process but also made it...

Rodrigo Rodriguez

Very professional, she helped me clean my record very fast and gave a fair price in these difficult times.... so grateful for lawyers like Kristine

Delfy

I highly recommend Kristine. Kristine not only referred me to one of the best family law attorneys, she also worked to contact the DA and make sure the felony domestic violence charges were dropped prior to my...

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Kristine Koo represented me on a second DUI offense. I took this case to trial and plead not guilty. Ms. Koo was able to get my case dismissed! This has been the most nerve-wracking experience in my entire life...

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I worked with Kristine on a very stressful Family Law case. She took the time to fully understand my situation and needs and touched base regularly with me on next steps while addressing my concerns and...

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