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Gang Related Shooting in Van Nuys

By Steven Rodriguez

In Los Angeles, gang activity is on the rise.  For example, in Van Nuys a man was wounded in a shooting in an apparent gang-related hit.  Allegedly, a car pulled up in front of the wounded man and someone inside yelled a gang slur and then shot him. In such a situation as this, various charges can be brought against the accused.  For the shooting, attempted murder can be brought, or (if the victim dies) murder or manslaughter.  The gun can bring a weapons charge.  Attempted murder will bring heavy jail time, even more coupled with other charges.  Weapons charges can be severe, especially for alleged gang members, whether it’s possession, brandishing or using the weapon. Gang related convictions not only bring more severe penalties, but they could even lead to having the convicted sent to prison outside their geographic area...continue to full post

Full post as published by LA Criminal Defense Blog on November 12, 2008 (boomark / email).