I got petty theft 2nd time first time 1 year ago I got 3 days comu. Service i still have not gon to court yet with comp. Of 1st

The answer is it depends of the precise facts. A petty theft under Penal Code Section 484(a) cannot be charged as a felony unless there are three...

Yes, It would probably be to my best interest to hire a Criminal Defense Attorney. It would be over by now, but, I cannot afford

I will try to address your question. I am assuming that you have been convicted, served a sentence, and now seek to overturn your conviction by...

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Someone I know was charged with 11377 (A) HS & 11364 HS. They had already been given pc1000 but failed to attend

First, if the Health and Safety Code 11377(a) is a felony, he faces a potentially lengthy time in custody, more than one year if felony probation...

What happens if I don't pay a civil demand?

Short answer is not much will happen. The civil demand is separate from the criminal case and the amount in question is $400. It is likely more...

How much can a lawyer charge me to expunge a felony?

I do not know if other attorneys are inclined to give fee quotes on AVVO, but I prefer to find out more about a case after an intake. You can...

My cousin was sentenced 16 days in county jail in Milpitas CA how many days will he do?

I would agree that up to 8 days in County Jail. If the jail gives any kind of "kick" or early release then it certainly could be less. In Los...

The maximum for that charge, PC 484g as a misdemeanor, is 180 days in County Jail. It is hard to predict what the outcome in your case will be...

How long does it take to release an inmate in the state of California after a judge dropped all charges

I agree that in the absence of any holds or warrants it would be fairly quick, however, the jailers have to check and do paperwork. In my County,...

Ii got pulled over by CHP i wasint awere that the passenger put a gun under his seat .wen the cop sreached my car he and under

Unfortunately the answer is yes. There are two basic theories of possession: actual, as in it was in your hand, and constructive, as in you knew...

Been swindled by a "boyfriend" & found I'm not the only one... Criminal charges for doing this..?

I agree with my colleagues that much more information would be needed. As a defense attorney, it is not usual for me to advise alleged victims on...