You need to go to the court and tell the public defender your problem. He/she can inform the judge of your situation. You won't go to jail...

I have a first offense drug charge (2 oz marijuana w/doc recommended note) I accepted a deal for,

When you say you have a first offense drug charge, the operative issue is whether you pled guilty to a possession of marijuana or a possession for...

My man is in jail for stealing it was a MISDEMEANOR he is now on hold for immigration what are his chances of getting deported?

In California theft of under $400 is considered a misdemeanor. Under federal law, a criminal alien is "removable" (deportable) if they commit an...

If a police officer pushed me over after cooperating fully with him and I was already hand cuffed is he in the wrong?

Once you have been apprehended and are in no way a physical threat to the officers, they should only use that degree of force necessary to assist...

What is the law in California for a "Must Fix It" ticket for a vehicle that is no longer in operation?

Fixing the problem enables you to obtain a dismissal of the charge (usually with an administrative fee of $10.00). If you transfer title of the...

First of all, although you may have been cited for a misdemeanor offense of petty theft as a minor in CA, you have not been convicted of any crime....

How do i get my record sealed? whats the difference between sealed and expunged records?

Under the NRS 179.245 it states the following: A category C or D felony after 12 years from the date of his release from actual custody or...

Is it illegal for children to be put on trial without an attorney on there behalf in family court ?

I am a Criminal Defense attorney, and it appears from the facts presented that the children should have been appointed counsel at the criminal...

Can they legally do this and can i fight it and win?

There is no law that says the police, security, or the prosecuting attorney are required to detain, arrest and/ or charge all parties who commit a...

My husband was arrested on 8/28/2009 and did not have an arraignment until 9/3/2009 is that against the law.

Yes. The relevant Penal Code section is listed below: 825. (a) (1) Except as provided in paragraph (2), the defendant shall in all cases be...