If DA offers deal prior to prelim hearing and I refuse to accept, is it possible to negotiate a new deal prior or during trial?
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Answered on February 27, 2020
I have reviewed all three lawyers answers, and all three are saying the same thing, albeit in different ways. But all three failed to mention...
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Motion to withdraw a mistakenly guilty plea and ask for Jury trial
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Answered on December 19, 2012
I agree with my fellow counsel, the facts you present are confusing. It sounds like you are dealing with the local City prosecutor in some sort of...
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If two people are being convicted can u separate the case so they could be sentence separately
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Answered on December 07, 2012
First, to the question, can the two defendant’s cases be separated? While it is possible, it is not very likely. Beware the attorney who promises...
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MY BOYFRIEND HAS A FIVE YEAR JOINT SUSPENSION
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Answered on November 30, 2012
As crazy as it may seem, I agree with the other attorneys that the answer is "yes, he could". What you need to understand is that on his NEW case,...
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Can a D.A> get in trouble if you can prove he knowing and willing lied to the judge
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Answered on January 07, 2011
A D.A. can get in BIG TROUBLE with the State Bar, up to and including disbarment, for knowingly lying to a Judge. But think about it... what are...
Can a dui affect my application if i want to major in forensics science or as a police officer if this happened when i was 19?
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Answered on January 07, 2011
In a word, YES! My brother explained the procedures for an expungement, and while everything he said was correct, he failed to mention that an...
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My boyfriend was caught at the mall trying to steal a shirt from a store. He's in jail charged with Armed Robbery/Burglary.
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Answered on January 07, 2010
You want the Judge to "reconsider" sending your boyfriend to prison? This does sound serious. Has the Judge already said that is what he/she is...
No Complaint filed by disrict Attorney - Pursuant to 825 PC.
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Answered on January 07, 2010
The magic words you want to hear are "DA reject". If the DA looks at your case but decides not to file charges against you they will "reject" your...
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What department do I go to for a civil case,?
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Answered on January 07, 2010
Most courts post a "Master calender" showing the department for EVERY criminal case set for that day. It can usually be found near the main...
Misdemeanor- Petty Theft 484(a) - 488 PC, Please HELP!!
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Answered on January 07, 2010
What happens next is largely a function of the mood of the prosecutor. Some are cool while some are not. With no prior record, you will likely be...
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