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Today I learned that my probabtion has been over as of last year.On job apps do i have to report that conviction?
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Answered on September 27, 2012
Not if you have the convictions expunged (at least as far as private employer applications). Call me should you wish to discuss how to expunge your...
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I recently hired an attorney to defend my brother in a DUI murder charge. The lawyer asked for 25,000 upfront and now he is
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Answered on September 21, 2012
Ask for an accounting of all the work done to date, along with copies of all generated documentation and file paperwork.
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Is not completing community service a violation of summary probation for domestic violence?
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Answered on September 21, 2012
Technically, it is a violation of probation but it sounds like you have a valid excuse. A court will normally allow you more time to complete your...
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My gf was convicted of a felony petty theft and sentenced to 180 days in Lynwood county jail. What is the percentage of time she
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Answered on September 20, 2012
Was she charged with a felony and convicted of a misdemeanor, by any chance? (I ask, based on the length of sentence).
She will do, at most, 90...
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What is the initial retainer amount when a grocery store has to get an attorney to represent them?
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Answered on September 20, 2012
The store will carry liability insurance which will pay the cost of legal representation.
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I f I got caught stealing at Sephora but no police involved will it show on any background check?
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Answered on September 20, 2012
No, it will not as there was no police involvement (and provided, of course, Sephora doesn't take over the world!) The only record, as such, will...
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I AM A WITNESS IN A CRIMINAL CASE I WAS SERVED A SUBPOEND I KNOW THAT I HAVE TO SHOW UP BUT DO I HAVE TO TESTFIY
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Answered on September 19, 2012
The posted replies are correct. However you should contact the DA on whose behalf the subpoena issued to find out whether you will actually have to...
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I got a curfew ticket, but the cop let me off on a few other charges. Will the whole story be told in court?
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Answered on September 18, 2012
I'm not sure if you're a minor or not but, assuming you will be going to regular adult court, the only matters of relevance are those facts which...
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I got caught shoplifting $48 at Nordstroms. How much will the civil claim fine be? Estimate? Chances I will get a fine?
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Answered on September 17, 2012
You will, almost certainly, receive a civil demand letter. By statute, the store can demand triple damages. Whether or not you choose to pay it is...
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Is a midemeanor conviction under the Business & Professions Code in California a crime of moral turpitude?
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Answered on September 17, 2012
It may well be - a knowing unlawful sale exhibits dishonesty and some states specifically include a violation of the pharmacy, drug, or home...
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