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Victims of Lead Poisoning: Examination of WanaBana Applesauce Scandal

Victims of Lead Poisoning: Examination of WanaBana Applesauce Scandal

Written by MichaelEhline on . Posted in Products Defect Blog, Torts, Examples, Explanations.

Earlier this month, we witnessed a nationwide recall by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), focusing on numerous brands of apple cinnamon pouches due to alarmingly high concentrations of lead found in them. Reports emerged from the North Carolina Departments of Health and Human Services and Agriculture and Consumer Services that four children had blood lead levels higher than usual. This was a potentially clear sign of acute lead toxicity. The children reported symptoms included headache, feelings of nausea, bouts of vomiting, diarrhea incidents, alterations in activity levels, and signs of anemia.

The brands WanaBana apple Cinnamon fruit puree pouches, Schnuck, and Weis Cinnamon applesauce pouches were distributed nationwide in retail outlets and online from multiple lots. All parents need to refrain from purchasing, consuming, or feeding these pouches to their children to avoid acute toxicity and additional symptoms like muscle aches, etc.

FDA’s Leading Hypothesis – Lead Exposure

A tainted FDA sample was mentioned on November 3, 2023, as part of an investigation into the elevated lead levels. After the Department of Agriculture & Consumer Services (NCDHHS) analyzed multiple lots, the case was transferred to the FDA’s Coordinated Outbreak Response & Evaluation (CORE) Network for further action. This is done with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and local and state partners. As the recall impacts markets, our lawyers are looking at California test samples and customer information to try and protect public health. We will do our job if we can save at least one child!

Wanabana Apple Cinnamon Fruit and Weis Cinnamon Applesauce Pouches

Lead-contaminated applesauce has sickened numerous children in multiple states. State agencies, such as the Food and Drug Administration, detect high lead concentrations. So, it’s essential to highlight the role of legal support in such troubling scenarios.

Remember, most kids have zero obvious immediate symptoms, so listen to your lawyer and get checked out. Michael Ehline and the Ehline Law Firm stand ready to deliver legal assistance to victims of such negligence and misconduct in product liability cases.

After reading this, you will probably start seeing the FDA and CDC as political lapdogs, as opposed to really caring about public health. Through the example of this harrowing tale about lead poisoning resulting from harmless-looking applesauce pouches, we explain how Ehline Law Firm can guide and support the victims and their families. 

“We have a lead-poisoned child. But you’re perpetually waiting for that next shoe to fall,” Ricky said. “So we know right now he has a speech delay. But what does the future hold for him? We don’t know.”

Ricky’s quote from the affected parent unfolds the distress these families deal with. As the uncertainty about the future of their child shadows their everyday life, you have to understand your legal rights to justice in a toxic blood lead level case. Herein, we expand on the profound impact of such product liability cases and how Michael Ehline and Ehline Law Firm can assist you.

The foundation of a product liability case is that a product has been released in the market without adhering to strict safety standards and possibly causing harm to consumers. Any resulting harm directly attributed to the consumption or usage of this product can potentially be legal grounds for a product liability case. In such instances, it is of utmost importance to consult with an experienced law firm like Ehline Law Firm, spearheaded by attorney Michael Ehline, who specializes in handling these cases. 

The Importance of Legal Representation in Product Liability Cases 

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention have issued an urgent alert to doctors across the United States, asking them to be vigilant for potential cases of lead poisoning among children. This comes in response to at least 22 toddlers with elevated blood lead levels, scattered across 14 different states, falling ill due to ingesting cinnamon apple puree and applesauce products in tainted applesauce pouches.

If you purchased WanaBana brand apple cinnamon fruit puree, Schnucks, or Weis brand cinnamon applesauce pouches, ruling out lead toxicity should be your top priority. Understanding the legal landscape surrounding the recalled pouches is not an easy task. Having experienced legal representation in these cases can prove decisive in a potential acute lead toxicity claim. 

“Legal representation can help you navigate the complexities, gathering sufficient evidence, and arguing your case effectively to make sure the erring parties are held accountable, ” says Michael Ehline of Ehline Law Firm.

Further, a well-established law firm, like Ehline Law, brings in a wide network of resources, such as medical experts, investigators, and other professionals, to build a robust case. 

How Michael Ehline and Ehline Law Firm Can Help Victims of Lead Poisoning 

The legal landscape becomes even more complicated when it comes to cases like the recent lead-tainted applesauce incident, where multiple families across several states could be affected. 

  • Meticulous investigation: Ehline Law Firm collects information regarding the offending product, its manufacturer, and its overall impact on the client’s health and life.
  • Interstate lawsuits: Given the scope of such a case, there might be an aspect of dealing with companies based in different states or countries. Ehline Law Firm is well-versed in handling complex interstate lawsuits.
  • Damages: Besides identifying the responsible parties, Ehline Law Firm also excels in determining and demanding rightful compensation for their clients. This includes immediate medical expenses and focuses on future medical costs, loss of income, pain and suffering, and other relevant damages.

With these aspects considered, it’s imperative to understand that a committed legal partner’s role is crucial in product liability cases. If you or a loved one has suffered due to a faulty product, don’t hesitate to reach out to Michael Ehline and Ehline Law Firm for legal advice and representation.

Lead Poisoning Statistics?

Following the above context, let’s delve deeper into the staggering data surrounding lead poisoning. The statistics are both alarming and serve as a stark reminder of the significance of this public health issue. 

Underestimating the Prevalence 

Lead poisoning, unfortunately, is far more prevalent than most people realize. The lead-contaminated apple puree pouches recently linked to dozens of cases is but the tip of the iceberg. These incidents have exposed the regulatory shortcomings and limitations in ensuring that food products for infants and young children are entirely safe. 

Yet, remarkably, many instances of lead exposure from food and other sources go unnoticed. This is partly because the symptoms are non-specific and can be misinterpreted for other issues. Unfortunately, this leads to an underestimation of the true number of lead poisoning cases. 

An Inordinate Risk for Children 

Children are especially at risk from lead exposure. This is primarily rooted in their developmental stage, with their bodies being susceptible to toxins and their consumption habits, which often include frequent hand-to-mouth activity. Furthermore, their small body size relative to the consumption of tainted substances could lead to an increased absorption of toxins. 

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) considers blood lead levels of 3.5 micrograms per deciliter or higher significantly elevated. Alarmingly, the children who consumed the lead-contaminated apple purees had blood lead levels ranging from 4 to 29 micrograms per deciliter. 

Long-Term Consequences 

The effects of lead poisoning are far-reaching and can have lifelong ramifications. It interferes with a child’s neurological development, potentially leading to reduced intellectual capacity, speech and hearing difficulties, and behavioral problems. 

These public health concerns underscore the imperative to address this grave issue proactively and protect our children from the hazards of lead poisoning. 

How did the lead end up in the supply of the applesauce pouches?

conducted to lead exposure to determine the exact cause of damage to the lead brain’s presence and in the nervous system, the applesauce slowed pouch growth and further contamination.

a significant problem that requires solutions at various levels. The FDA needs to establish protective standards to prevent such contamination. Food manufacturers should also thoroughly test their ingredients and finished products to ensure they are toxic metals-free.

Additionally, parents should stay informed and make choices that help reduce their children’s exposure to these harmful substances. The investigation into the lead contamination in the applesauce pouches is ongoing, and it is crucial to await the final results and recommendations from the FDA.

What actions has the FDA taken in response to the lead poisoning cases?

The FDA has taken several actions in response to the lead poisoning cases associated with the WanaBana apple cinnamon fruit purée pouches. On October 30, WanaBana recalled all the products, and on November 9, several lots made by the company but sold under different brand names were also identified. The FDA has issued a statement advising parents not to buy the product while they investigate the lead poisonings. They have also been screening incoming shipments of cinnamon from multiple countries for lead contamination, as cinnamon is believed to be the likely source of the contamination.

The FDA has emphasized the importance of regulatory action if specific products are unsafe. Additionally, the agency has made efforts to ensure that the recalled product is removed from store shelves and destroyed according to FDA guidelines. The FDA has acknowledged that the recalled WanaBana apple cinnamon fruit purée pouches were still on shelves at several Dollar Tree stores in multiple states.

In response, Dollar Tree has stated that it is working with store operations teams to ensure that the recalled product is no longer in stores and is destroyed according to FDA guidelines. The stores’ registers have also been programmed to prevent sales of the recalled product. The FDA’s response to the lead poisoning cases associated with the WanaBana apple cinnamon fruit purée pouches highlights the agency’s ongoing struggles in regulating baby food.

The FDA has faced scrutiny due to recalls of powdered baby formulas and the presence of heavy metals in commercial baby food. To protect babies from heavy metals, the FDA has drafted industry guidelines to minimize harm to children, which will be finalized by early 2025. The agency has also stated that it can take regulatory action even without new guidelines if it deems specific products unsafe.

What are some previous instances of baby food recalls and contamination?

One previous instance of baby food recall and contamination occurred last year when specific powdered baby formulas were recalled after three babies fell severely ill and one died from a bacterial infection. This recall exacerbated an ongoing formula shortage that began during the early days of the COVID-19 pandemic and left many parents struggling to feed their children. The government had to airlift millions of pounds of formula from overseas to address the shortage.

In 2021, a congressional investigation revealed that commercial baby food was tainted with significant arsenic, lead, cadmium, and mercury levels. This prompted the FDA to draft industry guidelines to minimize harm to children. The FDA spokesperson mentioned in the article stated that they expect to finalize these guidelines by early 2025.

However, even without the new guidelines, the FDA can take regulatory action if it deems specific products unsafe. In a 2019 report by Healthy Babies Bright Futures, a nonprofit focused on reducing babies’ exposure to harmful chemicals, it was found that 95% of baby foods tested contained heavy metals. This highlights the widespread issue of heavy metal contamination in baby food products.

The report emphasized the need for the government to take action to protect infants from these harmful substances and for food manufacturers to test their products for heavy metal content. These instances of baby food recall and contamination demonstrate the ongoing challenges faced by the FDA in regulating baby food and ensuring its safety. The recalls highlight the need for stricter standards, increased testing, and better oversight of the baby food industry to protect the health and well-being of infants and young children. So long as we are detecting extremely high concentrations of lead, we have to keep kids away.

How can Michael Ehline and Ehline Law Firm assist victims of lead poisoning in this specific case?

Michael Ehline and Ehline Law Firm can assist victims of lead poisoning in this specific case by providing legal representation and advocacy. They can help victims navigate the complex legal process and ensure their rights are protected. Firstly, Michael Ehline and his firm can thoroughly investigate the WanaBana applesauce scandal to gather evidence and determine liability. This may involve reviewing the recall information, analyzing the FDA’s findings, and consulting with experts in product liability cases.

Secondly, Ehline Law Firm can help victims understand their legal options and pursue a lawsuit against WanaBana. They can assess the damages suffered by the victims, such as medical expenses, pain and suffering, and potential long-term effects of lead poisoning, and seek appropriate compensation. Additionally, Michael Ehline and his team can negotiate with the responsible parties, including WanaBana and potentially other entities involved in the supply chain, to reach a fair settlement for the victims.

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Understanding the Terms Lawyer, Attorney & Esquire

Written by MichaelEhline on . Posted in Torts, Examples, Explanations.

What Is The Difference Between an Attorney and a Lawyer?

Understanding the Terms Lawyer, Attorney & Esquire

Ok. This distinction is a question few people don’t ask since they seem to mean the same thing. But are they? Most people think it’s the same. But some differences could affect your interactions with the courts. Many people, including the editors over at Wikipedia, use the terms attorney and lawyer as if they were the same. But, like most legal terms, they are not interchangeable. Because of this, I wanted to explain the slight differences for the technically minded.

What is An Attorney?

A person learned in the law; as an attorney, counsel, or solicitor. Any person who, for fee or reward, prosecutes or defends causes in courts of record or other judicial tribunals of the United States, or of any of the states, or whose business it is to give legal advice in relation to any cause or matter whatever. Act of July 13, 1800. (See Infra.)

This legal beagle is licensed by the state bar to practice law and represent their clients. Attorneys have a higher standard than lawyers. So they must have all the prerequisite training and expertise needed to handle many cases.

Attorney usually denotes an agent or substitute appointed and authorized to act in the place or stead of another. In re Ricker, 60 N. H. 207, 29 Atl. 559, 24 L. R. A. 740; Eichelberger v. Sifford, 27 Md. 320. It is “an ancient English word, and signifies one that is set in the turn, stead, or place of another; and of these some be private * * * and some be [public], as attorneys at law.” Co. Litt. 516, 128a; Britt 2856. . . (See Infra.)

At the other end of the legal beagle the spectrum is the “lawyer.”

What is a Lawyer?

A lawyer is a person who studies law. And this person may even have a Juris Doctorate. But they can’t practice law until this individual passes the Bar Exam. However, against State Bar Rules, they may give people legal advice. To recap, all it takes to be a lawyer in common law is simply studying the law. Paupers were considered lawyers in the common law. Many were highly respected. Modernly, we even have fee waivers called In Forma Pauperis “Waivers” because old courts had respect for poor people learned in the law.

  • As a consumer, you must protect yourself, even when seeking someone’s help to champion your legal interests.
  • You have to ensure they even have the legal authority to represent you!

Sometimes differences could seem minute. But they could make a significant difference in your case. Having an unqualified advocate is clearly in your best interest.

Those trained in the field of law are often called “lawyers.” People trained in the law include paralegals. But they are not ordinary people who have read for the law or attended law school. So it is doubtful they could call themselves lawyers absent that special education. In any event, a paralegal is NOT a lawyer.

What is an Esquire?

Esquire often follows an attorney’s name as a title. Esquire in the United States most often means that an attorney has passed the bar of that particular state, but not always. Of course, our founders viewed titles of nobility as potentially dangerous.

In the United Kingdom, non-attorneys use the “Esq” title for educational titles. So in the UK, attorneys are called barristers or solicitors. Knowing whether or not the person you are contacting has the training and skill for the job remains vital in any event.

If you think these distinctions do not make a difference, it could lead you in the wrong direction. Making sure your advocate has the correct level of legal training is vital. After all, it could make all the difference in and out of court or in negotiations. Don’t cut any corners. Never allow an unqualified individual to take on your case. The wrong choice could affect you for the rest of your life. When in doubt, contact an honest attorney with a name in good standing with the state bar.

Sources:

  • Black’s Law Dictionary – “Attorney” defined Here.
  • Black’s Law Dictionary – “Lawyer,” described Here.

How To Make Moral Decisions as a Personal Injury Attorney

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Making Moral Decisions as a PI Lawyer

Run over by a Bentley? How To Make Moral Decisions as a Personal Injury Attorney

Most of us have seen the movie Rainmaker with Danny DeVito. If not, I included a scene that comes to mind when many people attempt to describe their vision of the venerable negligence attorney. (See below) Of course, most of us have undoubtedly heard the ad hominem jokes and slurs about personal injury lawyers.

  • Ambulance Chaser?

Many pundits call us ambulance chasers, thieves with suits on, and so forth. You name it; if it’s derogatory, it has probably been attributed to the infamous “PI” lawyer at some point in time.

As you can see above, the new attorney, Matt Damon, is not too thrilled about chasing “ambulances.” But DeVito made it clear he, Damon, would starve if he did not hustle. Yes, they were walking through a hospital trying to sign up for injury cases, which is hilarious.

Of course, capping at a hospital is a practice that is prohibited in California and most states. But DeVito would argue that he was there on other business and just happened to strike up a conversation.

Either way, ethical decision-making in the real world could mean the difference between staying in practice or going under with your story in the back of the attorney discipline section of the Daily Journal. It certainly has happened to a lot of newbie lawyers, and it will probably continue to happen. Your job is not to be that guy.

You are making sure that you make the most ethical decisions should be a straightforward statement to agree with. However, properly weighing different factors is essential. You must ensure that you act in a potentially beneficial manner to yourself and those around you with minimal negative repercussions.

Below you can see some general guidelines to guide you toward what might be the correct decision.

1. How Do I Determine the Moral Parameters?

By seeing whether or not such a situation has a moral side, you will get into the correct state of mind to make a decision. There is a significant difference in approaching such a problem if a moral or ethical decision is involved.

2. Who is Involved?

By determining who is directly involved in such a decision, it will be easier to see their motives and background. This way, you can put yourself in the other person’s shoes. Now you can determine if noble causes do not motivate their interests. Determine how these people interact with each other, yourself, and society. Now you can decide if this changes your perspective on how they should be treated.

3. What are Moral Concepts at Play?

What ideas or concepts may be a conflict or risk in such a circumstance?

4. What Can You Do?

You will weigh the possible results by thoroughly thinking out a series of potential outcomes. These will allow you to see what may happen to the other parties. So now you can see how it may affect them in the short and long run. And this helps you merge ideas into a better result for all sides involved.

5. How Would Action Affect the Parties?

Seeing these options will also determine the adverse effects or benefits to the parties involved. In any event, weighing the harm or upside should allow for an easier decision.

6. Precedent Can be Key

You can quickly assess your current situation by looking at similar past cases. Also, by determining other parties’ actions and their analogs in other cases, you can better understand what action you should take.

7. Talk it Out!

Speak to those involved and those with experience or insight. That will also make a significant difference. Speaking to those that have been in similar situations helps shed light on the situation. After that, you will develop a broader perspective to make a rational decision.

8. Is it Legal? Is it True to Form?

Weighing your choice next to the laws and rules of organizations also helps. After all, people must obey specific laws. These laws include those regulating doctors or attorneys. Making sure that what you do is legal, honest, and consistent with these regulations is vital.

Could I Make Such a Decision?

So if you are the judge, you must ask yourself if you are comfortable making such a decision and live with the consequences. Is this something you can carry with you (publicly if needed) for years? Also, does it serve as an excellent example for others?

But expunging the vision of an ambulance chaser from the minds of most consumers is probably not possible. So in your practice, you have to make the right decision every time.

California Law and Handcuffs

Law Shortens Probation Time in California: Is the Law Retroactive?

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Criminals Get More Help From Politicians?

Law Shortens Probation Time in California: Is the Law Retroactive?

Ultimate Guide to Understanding California Probation Rules

In general, yes the law is retroactive, meaning many old cases will receive the same protection. In October 2020, California Governor Newsom signed the Assembly Bill 1950 (AB 1950) to address the ineffective supervision system. AB 1950 took effect in January 2021 and aims to tackle a massive challenge: probation reform.

The AB 1950 probation reform bill restructures the system and significantly shortens adult probation periods in California for many misdemeanor or felony cases carrying a prison sentence. Once implemented, the reform will reduce the number of inmates who violated probations, helping minimize operational costs associated with running prisons.

Let’s explore the details of the AB 1950: law shortens probation time in California, with Ehline Law and our California personal injury attorneys.

Why Was There a Need for California Assembly Bill 1950?

The United States government spends more than $80 billion annually to maintain the prisons in the country, while the indirect costs of the criminal justice system are even more. Then there are the effects on economic growth that goes beyond incarcerated individuals.

Studies show that incarcerated people’s children do not complete their education and enter the labor force to make up for their parent’s lost wages. This further costs the US economy $30 billion annually.

Most people in jail are in for minor violations or are under pretrial detention, meaning they do not have the financial resources to pay for their bail and end up in jail until their trial. The major problem with the criminal justice system is that most people on probation end up incarcerated due to technicalities or minor violations.

The AB 1950 aims to reduce the burden on probation case officers by decreasing caseloads, allowing them to redirect their resources and energy towards those at risk of re-offending.

Informal Probation vs. Formal Probation

Simply put, probation is an alternative to prison given to individuals with a felony conviction or those with misdemeanor convictions. Agreeing to a probationary period means you agree to obey the probation rules.

Some standard probationary rules include:

  • Following all local, state, and federal laws
  • Checking in with your probation officer
  • Undergoing alcohol and drug testing
  • Holding employment
  • Avoiding certain locations.

Probation is not a “get out of jail free” card. A probation violation will result in jail or prison time.

Before AB 1950, sentencing courts could place misdemeanor criminal defendants on probation for up to 3 years, known as informal probation. It extends the probation period for felony criminal defendants to maximum state prison confinement time. In reality, a felony probation sentence is around three to five years.

AB 1950 aims to shorten the probation length by capping the felony and misdemeanor probation sentences.

Probation Does More Harm than Good

Under a period of supervision, probation typically aims to reduce or eliminate jail time for people who have committed a felony or misdemeanor. However, studies have shown that probation does more harm than good.

A United States Department of Justice study reveals that the probation period positively impacts defendants for the initial two years. However, any more probation time could be detrimental to the defendants and the economy.

Probation Period for Felony and Misdemeanor Offenses

The California AB 1950 is a probationary reform bill aiming to reduce the probationary period for misdemeanor or felony charges by:

  • Maximum probation term of 1 year for most misdemeanor offenses.
  • Maximum probation term of 2 years for most felony offenses.

AB 1950 Exceptions: Crimes That Are Not Covered under the Bill

The California assembly bill 1950 does not apply to crimes that fall under California’s three-strikes law (serious and violent felonies), financial crimes with more than $25,000 in losses, and a small set of felony offenses under the Penal Code with specific probation lengths.

The AB 1950 does not affect violent felony criminal charges, including the following types of crimes in California:

  • Murder and attempted murder
  • Domestic violence cases
  • Deadly weapon assault
  • Kidnapping
  • Voluntary manslaughter
  • First-degree burglary and Robbery
  • Mayhem
  • Rape and statutory rape
  • Restraining order violation
  • Criminal threats
  • Child abuse.

Are Changes to Probation Time Limits Retroactive?

Since AB 1950, some appellate cases have confirmed retroactive changes to the probation time limits.

Let’s go over some cases and their verdicts.

People v. Burton

In the People v. Burton case, the jury found Burton guilty of violating the Los Angeles Municipal Code about the safety of a property he owned. After the verdict, the trial court placed Burton on three years of summary probation under certain conditions. However, Burton filed an appeal stating that one of the conditions imposed by the court violates his Fifth Amendment.

While waiting for the appeal, the California governor signed the AB 1950 law. Under the Estrada doctrine, Burton argued that the new law entitled him to relief. Under the Estrada doctrine, new legislation that changes the criminal statute, allowing for a reduction in punishment, courts must presume that the bill is retroactive for all cases where the judgment is not final.

In People v. Burton, the court concluded that under AB 1950, summary probation qualified as “punishment” and remanded the case to the trial court with specific instructions that the granted probation must not be more significant than 12 months.

People v. Quinn

The AB 1950 is retroactive for felony cases, too, as witnessed in People v. Quinn. Quinn was convicted of transporting marijuana across state lines in this case and received three years of formal probation. However, she challenged the court and the 3-year probation.

The Attorney General argued that under Penal Code 1203.3, probationers must file a petition for felony cases with more than two years of formal probation rather than receive an automatic reduction. However, the court concluded that the AB 1950 applies retroactively to individuals on probation whose case is not yet final. Under the AB 1950, the court directed to reduce Quinn’s sentence to a maximum of 2 years.

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The retroactive application of the new law varies from case to case. It is best for individuals on probation or those considering accepting a probation offer to speak to a criminal defense attorney first. However, if you’re suffering from injuries or lost a loved one resulting from a misdemeanor or a felony crime committed by someone else, contact us at (833) LETS-SUE for a free consultation, as you may qualify for compensation.

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What Are the Los Angeles Crime Rate and Crime Statistics for 2022?

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According to Fox News, LDS, and Christian people we have interviewed, people with kids, start-ups, company owners, and others who disagree with what conservatives call the new faith-based religion of “wokeism” are fleeing California. Those on the left leave mainly due to high taxes and a lack of high-paying jobs and continue voting the same way expecting different outcomes, say frustrated former Californians living in Texas, Colorado, and Nevada.

What Are the Los Angeles Crime Rate and Crime Statistics for 2022?
What Are the Los Angeles Crime Rate and Crime Statistics for 2022?

Woke = Crime?

Ultimate Guide to Fleeing California’s Progressive Policies
Let’s try and find out if it’s theft, crime, drag queen library day in public schools, or something else. Below, I will cover the number of concerns and theft and property crime statistics for concerned citizens considering fleeing the Golden State.

What Is Theft?

Theft crimes are a category of crimes that target the property of another. The deliberate act of taking another person’s property or money without their permission and permanently denying the owner of the item is specifically referred to as theft.

Furthermore, the severity of the fines and repercussions for each larceny-theft Crime is closely correlated with the value of the theft, your criminal history, and the circumstances of the incident.

Robberies cover various charges, including infractions, aggravated assaults, misdemeanors, felonies, and gun violence.

What Are Property Crimes?

Property crimes also include those that don’t require theft. For example, the prosecutor should not show that the defendant committed theft to charge them with PC 496 – Receiving Stolen Property and PC 594 – Vandalism, both of which are property crimes.

Item crimes, like larceny offenses, can range in intensity depending on the defendant’s prior criminal history, the worth of the property or the cost of repair, and the specifics of the case.

According to available data, the property crime rate in Los Angeles is 1.2 times higher than the national average.

What Are the Statistics?

What Does the Los Angeles Police Department Have to Say?

According to the police officers’ data and Chief Michel Moore, the number of violent crimes in neighborhoods registered in Los Angeles in 2022 had stayed around the same as it did at this point in 2020 before the epidemic had fully taken grip of the country. Of course, we know the new woke DA doesn’t charge many violent crimes (he claims it’s “racist” to do so), so that is probably a lie. Crime and violence still rise when it’s not reported by corrupt L.A. politicians and their tax-paid agency employees. right?

Crime Rates

Compared to the 2,633 violent crimes reported at this point in 2020, Los Angeles has so far, in 2022, reported 2,752 violent crimes, an increase of just over 4%.

The number of REPORTED violent crimes in Los Angeles in 2021 was 30,078; the City’s crime rate was 804.28 per 100,000 people.

Property Crime Rate

Even when the woke DA hides the numbers, the property crime rate in Los Angeles is twice as high as the national average and comparable to that of cities like Dallas, San Francisco, Phoenix, and Atlanta.

Murder Rates and Homicides

Los Angeles, California, is comparable to other democrat-run cities like Portland, San Diego, and Las Vegas and has the 9th highest murder rate in the country at 10.6. If you use a gun to defend your family, expect to be jailed unless you are a gang member. It’s all about race now.

According to the most recent police statistics, 55% more shooting victims (gang members being released by DA Gascon are targeting wealthy areas) this year than in the first half of 2020. According to Lofstrom, when we consider aggravated assaults and non-self-defense gun violence homicides, there has been a worrying and noticeable increase in MURDERS. Currently, homicide is sitting at a rate of 181 murders. As in past years, firearms have been used in more than 75 percent of homicides and burglaries so far this year.

Is New York’s Violent Crime Rate Higher than Los Angeles, CA?

Formerly known for having a high crime rate, New York City (NYC) no longer has one. As a result of a dramatic decline in violent crime since the 1990s, New York City is today regarded as one of the safest major cities for robbery in the United States.

Los Angeles has a higher violent crime rate than New York City. It scored 29.1 for violent crimes in 2021, while NYC received a score of 28.2 for crime rates like murder, homicides, larceny-theft, burglary, rape, robbery, and aggravated assault. Regarding property crimes like theft, burglary, and arson, California scored 35.1, while NYC scored 24.9.

Is New York or Los Angeles Safer?

New York City is a safer place to live, even though the Los Angeles administration is working tirelessly to lower the City’s crime rate given the current trends. With their DA, who behaves more like a public defender, that isn’t very certain to occur, according to older Californians fleeing the state in droves.

What Is Causing the Rise in Violent Crime Rates?

According to figures from the Los Angeles Police Department, there were 172 killings in the City as of June 18, a rise of 35% from the first half of 2020 and a 5.5% increase from the same period last year.

Why has there been a crime surge in California? According to experts, there are several things driving it, but they don’t all agree on what they are.

It’s challenging to pinpoint a single contributing reason, including the pandemic, prison reform, societal upheaval following the death of George Floyd, and a general sense of hopelessness.

However, the property crime data is unmistakable, and the country’s urban residents in both small and large cities are concerned about the increasing trend.

What About Motor Vehicle Theft?

In the City of Los Angeles, CA, almost 30,000 vehicles are stolen annually. Essentially, motor vehicle theft accounts for about 24 percent of property crimes and 18 percent of all violent crime trends in the City. Auto theft is a significant and lucrative industry that is highly common in metropolitan cities. A car is stolen every 23 seconds, according to FBI crime figures.

A skilled auto thief can steal the average car in about a minute. 50% of the stolen vehicles in the City of Los Angeles that were recovered in 2003 had been stripped or had minor damage. Most stolen cars seem to be used for transportation. However, some are also prized for their parts.

What Types of Cars Are Usually Stolen?

Over the past ten years, the most commonly stolen automobiles have also been the most widely sold. The Toyota Camry, Honda Civic, and Honda Accord models from the late 1980s and early 1990s have been the most commonly stolen cars during the last five years.

They have become targets because of how easy it is to steal these cars. Owners of these vehicles should take security protocols to protect them against theft.

How Are Los Angeles’ Crime Rates Calculated?

You can calculate crime rates by multiplying the total number of recorded crimes in a given population. For example, in 2021, there were 397 murders in Los Angeles, with a population of 3.743.970. Then, 10.62 murders per 1000 people were committed.

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Our Los Angeles, CA, violent crime attorneys at Ehline Law Firm offers easy access to individualized attention, effective representation, and knowledgeable guidance at a reasonable price.

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