I have a question here is it posible too get 1 or more strickes if is ur first ofence even thoo u have a clean record

The PD is overwhelmed and has tons of cases. They really can't give your case the attention it deserves. You should call a private attorney and get...

How can I expunge my arrest if the DUI charges were dropped? The DA chose not to file my case, I don't know if I need a lawyer

You would need to file for a factual innocence. If you could prove you were innocent than the court would order the case sealed, including arrest...

What Will Happen In Court? What Is The Worst And Best Thing That Can Happen? How Much Am I Gonna Have To Pay?

There is a good possibility with the right representation you can either get this dismissed or reduced to an infraction. It's not a give away, but...

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Pety theft, can it be brought down to an infraction?

It is possible, but you should shoot for the diversion (that shows no convictions). The traffic school would be the diversion for the misdemeanor....

Do I need a lawyer/public defender?

That doesn't happen to everyone! Its not the usual case. I have had cases of $50 be made a misdemeanor with probation and cases of $200+ be cases...

I am 22 and my boyfriend is 17... i am pregnant i am still wondering.. can i get in trouble for this? We live in califonia.

What scares me about your comment/question is that you use the word "were" okay with it. If the parents want to file charges now, they can. If the...

This is my 3rd dui my second was 6 years and my first 10 years ago on October 26 2002... I'm about to go to court tomorrow aug

Your main issue here is that you were really close to making this your second DUI. The DA may be willing to be more lenient on this. However, for a...

I got caught shoplifting at Sears and they got the merchandise back and no police were involved...do I have to pay civil demand

No, do not pay the civil demand, only worry about the criminal charges if filed, if not filed, just stay away from Sears and you should be fine....

I recently got a Misdemeanor DUI.This is my first of anything above a traffic violation. I am a 15yr Army vet and former officer

You can get it dismissed, but you need proof. Its your word against the officers. You would need to subpoena the video from the dash cam of the car...

Can i preform my 100 hours of community service without going through the court and paying their huge fees to sign up?

Nope, it must be done through the court. It does seem excessive, but then again I have no facts regarding your case. Elliot...