I've been told to participate in a voluntary program or go to court and have charges pressed with Metro. What can be done?

It is a diversion program. DFS does not want to see you prosecuted for using, according to them, excessive force on your child. In order to avoid...

“Do I have whistleblower recourse? As an RN (registered nurse), I objected to an unsafe assignment. I did not refuse the assign.

Does not sound like this is a criminal defense question. No one is alleging you committed a crime. I would consult with an employment law attorney...

I was arrested for obstructing a public officer. What is likely to happen to me? How should I moved forward?

An obstruct charge is a misdemeanor. A misdemeanor is punishable by up to 6 months in jail and/or up to a $1000 fine. If have no prior record and...

Why would a DA ask a defense attorney to determine a fair deal and then file additional charges when we refuse?

The DA is trying to force your husband into a plea bargain. This is a common tactic used by prosecuting attorneys. You should be asking your...

Suspended license ticket before probation

The ticket for driving on a suspended license should not violate the stay out of trouble clause for the DUI because it occurred prior to being...

Suspended license ticket before probation

The ticket for driving on a suspended license should not violate the stay out of trouble clause for the DUI because it occurred prior to being...

I have a warrant in Redding Ca,for illegal use of ATM card.If I pay the bank the 800.00,can I get this resolved without arrest?

At this point, you should consult with an attorney licensed to practice in California. Preferably, one that is familiar with the Courts in Redding....

You should ask this question of your attorney. He or she is in the best position to answer it. I tend to agree with you that they are just trying...

I recently got a DUI. However, the police did not read me my Miranda Rights. Do I have a case?

Miranda applies to any statements you made to the police after being taken into custody. And the remedy for a Miranda violation, typically, is to...

Unfortunately, a first offense domestic violence conviction requires a minimum of 2 days in jail. Could be as much as 6 months in jail....