Felonies SPLIT: What Makes A Crime Violent?

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Video Transcript

In California, a felony is “violent” only if it’s specifically listed in Penal Code 667.5(c). Those violent felonies often overlap with serious felonies under Penal Code 1192.7(c), triggering strike consequences and sentence enhancements. This article explains the violent vs non-violent felony split and how it impacts exposure and defenses.

Ray Hrdlicka – Host – Attorneys.Media

“We wanted to talk about the differences between, let’s say, a violent crime and a non-violent crime in serious felonies.”

Andrew Dósa – Criminal Defense Attorney – Oakland, CA

“Ok. Is there anything in particular you’d like me to address? The more serious violent crimes are more likely to be strikes. They’re more likely to be considered violent crimes as well. A serious felony and a strike have enhancements in terms of the exposure the defendant will face.”