I live in LA but have been charged w/ assault w/ a deadly weapon in Santa Barbara County. Should I hire an attorney in LA or SB?

I would suggest looking for an experienced criminal defense attorney in the area in which the case is pending. There are many excellent ones here...

"High Crime Area" enough for terry stop in parking lot of residence?

Aye you an attorney?

Stole from Walmart , Now a cop came to my door & served me papers to go to court . What now ?

Most attorneys offer free consultations. Call a few and set up meetings to discuss your options.

Where do we turn when we find blood all over our sandwiches that we purchased from a sandwich shop???

I agree with my colleagues.

If i was walking home though a neighborhood without being warned of trespassing can i be charged for trespassing ?

Why would to be concerned? Were you on a public road or sidewalk? If so, then don't worry about it.

Do I have a good chance at beating this DWI case ?

Too many variabl es involved in a a dwi defense to render an opinion here. Consult with an experienced dwi attorney to sit down and discuss the...

Am i going to jail or worse prison

I agree with Attorney Holbrook.

Can I be charged with possession of drug paraphernalia if I was a passenger in a vehicle?

Attorney Leone's answer is spot on. I cannot add to it.

I got differed for my first shop lifting charge , but before starting my community service and deffer el program i shop lifted

I agree with Attorney Mascagni.

If you do not have a record, then you are probably looking at no jail time. You should consult with an attorney anyway and here is some free...