Accessory

Lawton Man Acquitted in Accessory to Murder Case, Faces Separate Life Sentence

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LAWTON, Okla. – A Lawton man has been found not guilty in an accessory to murder case by a Comanche County jury. The verdict was reached on Feb. 13, following a trial that began on Feb. 12. Tevin Anderson was accused of being an accessory to a murder at a gas station in Northwest Lawton in 2021. During the trial, the defense argued that Anderson had no legal obligation to inform detectives about the identity of the killer. The state, however, contended that Anderson was aware of the shooter’s identity because he was in the … Read more

New California Law Gives Homeowners the Option to Sell Accessory Dwelling Units Separately, Sparking Debate on Affordable Housing

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San Diego, California – As 2022 begins, several new laws are taking effect that directly impact accessory dwelling units (ADUs), also known as granny flats or backyard homes. One notable law, AB 1033, grants cities the option to allow homeowners to sell their ADUs separately from the main house. The reception to this law is mixed, with some championing the opportunity it provides for affordable housing, while others express concerns. Raphael Perez, Chair of the Casita Coalition, an organization advocating for the construction of more smaller, affordable housing, supports the idea of selling ADUs separately. … Read more