DUI, how and at which point do I need to ask for a public defender ?

You will be appointed the public defender at your arraignment since you cannot afford to hire your own attorney. The public defender can represent...

Can a 20 yr old female be charged w rape if she had consensual sex w a 17 yr old boy in california.boy is now 18.

Yes. Per PC 261.5, the age of consent in CA is 18. It is also against the law to send naked pictures to someone under 18.

Is it legal to get arrested and 3 days later have a charge suddenly appear from 4 yrs ago?

Sounds like a warrant. Consult with some local attorneys to discuss your best options. Consider giving Mr. Kennedy a call.

Have your attorney file a motion for return of property. I think it's probably unlikely that the investigating officer just turns it over, but...

If you get sentenced to 180 days with 80% complettion do they transfer you to state prison or do you serve it in county jail

Cannot be sentenced to 180 days of prison, only county jail. With 80% completion, the person in question has already served much more than normal...

It seems pretty harsh to get pulled over for going 5 over. With LA traffic, we don't often get a chance to drive half the speed limit, let alone...

Criminal: Court order Violation. Order violated by me to protect myself and property.

It sounds like there could be multiple things at play here. You may need to seek a Domestic Violence or Civil Harassment restraining order, defend...

Can a minor traffic violation that has gone to GC services for collection be reversed or reduced to the original fine?

It is possible to get a ticket from GC services into court in LA County. It depends on whether it is a failure to appear (FTA) or failure to pay...

Facing A Jail Or Prison Sentence And A Federal Case (Not DUI)

Federal DUI cases are very serious (Sorry, couldn't resist). Whatever type of Federal charges you're under investigation for, the arresting agency...

Can Writ of Habeas be used for somebody on probation (not incarcerated)?

If you've been on probation less than 6 months, the easiest option may be a motion to withdraw plea. Talk to the attorney who handled your case,...