How many days does a person actually serve jail time when they are told its going to be 120 days?

This would depend, in part, on the person's criminal history. Generally speaking, credits in California are awarded at 50% (although due to...

First offense. I was arrested with 48pounds of meth they have me for poss cntrl sub for sale

48 lbs is a problem. You're looking at a triad of 2-3-4 for simple possession for sale. If they allege transportation (ie you moved it any...

What’s to expect?

The first thing you should do is contact a lawyer who will take the time to explain the process to you and help you through the system. It's a...

What I am facing ?

It would depend on a number of factors. Was the deadly weapon alleged a firearm? If so, was it discharged (fired)? Have you been charged with...

If my son is on drugs and stole things from the house and pawned them and I report it to the police can I get him into rehab?

Rehab as you know it is not an option. There is prop 36, where he will have to go to counseling and report to a probation officer for a period of...

Am I allowed to ask for all court minutes and police reports when fight a criminal case and want to take it to trial?

If you are not an attorney and are giving legal advice, as is implied by your question above, you may be liable for practicing law without a...

How do I find an personal injury lawyer that can also deal with the criminal case that's part of it..in Modesto CA?

My practice is both civil and criminal and I do work with cases in the Modesto area. I must agree with many of the answers that you have already...

Is it safer to hire a private lawyer with 4 288 criminal cases? will the results be faster?

When you are talking about charges under PC 288, "faster" should not be a concern. These are some of the most serious charges a person could face...

In the future, make sure you notify your attorney if you cannot make it to a court appearance. There are fewer things worse than failing to...

My ex a millionaire went to prison for attempted murder on me, i sued, won. Can I sue for more later?

You cannot sue someone for the same damages twice. The law needs finality. To put it in human terms, no person old ever feel secure if they were...