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News sources report that singers, Aly & AJ, were quite scared after a stalker appeared at their Southern California residence.

According to police, an area man by the name of Caesar Brantley was arrested after he tried to sneak into the gated community where Aly & AJ live.  Officers took Brantley into custody after security guards saw him wandering outside of the sisters' home in Calabasas. 

Awhile ago, Aly & AJ had taken out a restraining order against Brantley and his being near their home was a direct violation of the court order.  He was charged with a misdemeanor for disobeying a court order and felony stalking.  It has not been revealed if Aly & AJ were home when the incident occurred.

Were you charged with a felony or a misdemeanor?  If so, it is imperative that you seek legal assistance from an experienced criminal defense attorney that can help you fight your criminal charges.

William Goit, an acupuncturist in Orange County, California, has been arrested and charged with sexually assaulting a female patient during her treatment session. He was arrested at his office, La Paz Acupuncture and Massage in Laguna Hills.

Goit is facing claims that he asked the female patient to lie of her stomach so he could massage her spine, during which he allegedly made inappropriate comments about her appearance, touched her inappropriately and pulled down her pants.

The acupuncturist is now being charged with a misdemeanor count of sexual battery. His bail has been set at $10,00 and he will be facing a year in jail if he is convicted of the crime.

Dealing with sexual assault charges can be overwhelming and difficult if you do not understand the proceedings. Courts take sexual assault cases seriously which means they can result in jail time if you are convicted in this matter. Assault convictions can affect your personal and professional life in many ways. It's important to work with a criminal defense attorney so that you can move forward with your case in the best way possible. A defense lawyer will make sure to protect your rights while dealing with difficult court proceedings.