I got 12500 (a) VC Misdemeanor

It sounds like the first stop was more than ten days ago and that you failed to request a DMV hearing within that time period. A failure to do so...

I was arrested for a 2nd dui while still on probation for the first. I refused all tests.

You have big problems with the refusal, which raises a presumption you were DUI. Obviously your prior doesn't help and the new case will be alleged...

I was arrested for a 2nd dui while still on probation for the first. I refused all tests.

You have big problems with the refusal, which raises a presumption you were DUI. Obviously your prior doesn't help and the new case will be alleged...

Follow the advice already given here and see about entering into diversion or the deferred entry of judgment program. It's time-consuming but it...

I agree with my colleagues. You face the possibility of being sentenced to the full term. That's what a joint suspended sentence is - only a good...

If my preliminary hearing is in 5 days but I want to change my lawyer, what can I do?

If you have a new attorney in mind, he or she can substitute in at the time set for prelim and the judge will continue the hearing so your new...

My brother has been acussed of aggravated sexual assault

My colleagues are correct - your brother should not speak to anyone except his own attorney about this matter. There are plenty of criminal...

I was with someone who was arrested for commercial burglary, and now detectives are contacting me in order to "talk in person"

The only reason the detective wants to talk to you is to try and have you incriminate yourself. You have a perfect right not to talk with him/her...

Can I get an extension on a hearing for a petty theft charge if i already attended the first hearing,and pled not guilty?

The problem you face is not going to disappear purely by extending out your new matter. The probation violation dates back to when the new offense...

What do I do if I didn't pay my court fines and do my community service?

There will be a bench warrant for your arrest. Nobody will be looking for you but, if you are pulled over in a traffic stop for example, you are...