Pre-plea diversion is not a conviction. You should avoid any convictions if you have a potential immigration issue.

You need to reimburse the county for the services of the public defender. Private counsel would have cost you several times that much. The court...

We can't tell you whether you will get a job or not. If you haven't been convicted yet, then you don't have to say you have a conviction. You...

My daughter was issued a warrant for a violation of this charge, but isn't on probation. We are confused on why this is

Your daughter should talk to her attorney about her case. She doesn't have to be on probation to have a warrant issued. One can also be issued for...

What will happen if I fight the victim inside the court room? How long would I do in juvenile Halle?

It sounds like you have a problem with your temper. If you fight the victim in the courtroom, you're going to end up going to camp and you're...

Writ of Mandate Pro Per. Should I keep it plain and simple by focusing on a merit of the case that outweighs the rest?

You're in way over your head. You need to speak with someone who is a licensed professional who can help you with this.

Anyone can date anyone, so there is no prohibition against a 23-year-old man dating a 13-year-old girl. However there could be no contact of a...

Can a 17 year old girl marry a 25 year old guy? And do we need a court order?

No, in California you cannot get married at 17. The only way to get around that is with your parents' permission. The best advice is probably for...

When can a public defender refuse to appear for a client?

The Public Defender can refuse to represent you because you did not want to appear in court. When you are represented by the Public Defender, you...

Any attorneys in San Bernardino area who is willing to take a pro contingent case of lawsuit

If you have been going to court over a year, then you have an attorney. You should speak with him about when your case can be set for trial....