Can a defendant be found guilty solely on circumstantial evidence ?

yes.

I was sexually and physically abused in CPS when i was a child. I told my caretaker at the time but nothing was done.

Agreed. You also need to contact the Sacramento Police Depratment.

Yes, you do need an attorney. Any time the words "do I need an attorney," chances are the answer is yes. So, that was a predictable answer. And...

Your friend could be facing theft charges. The repurcussions could be time in custody, 3 years informal probation and a criminal record for a...

I stole item amount of $60 from Home Depot, police gave me ticket go to court. It says 490.1(a) Petty theft. Is that serios?

Yes, it is serious. First, while this particular charge can be reduced to an infraction at the discretion of the court, you could also be facing...

My sister was arrested and issued a 484(9) PC - Petty Theft Shoplifting Misdemeanor.

You should not, let me say this again, NOT contact Macy's on your own behalf. If you are charged with a crime and later decide to go to trial,...

Trial Setting, any advice?

From the issues raised in your question, it sounds like it is a family law or child custody matter. I have shared this question with attorneys on...

Should I be worried if I give an attorney my confidential information?

No. A lawyer's existence requires respect for the attorney client privilege and rules of confidentiality. Unless we can speak openly and honestly...

Yes, you most certainly can.

First, let me say that being in the military will not get you any preferential treatment in court. In fact, if this occurred on a military base,...