Can the prosecution upgrade the charge against the defendant while a trial is in progress?
In addition to what Mr. Pullman has noted: If the new charge des not prejudice the defense - meaning the defense, based on the facts and...
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In addition to what Mr. Pullman has noted: If the new charge des not prejudice the defense - meaning the defense, based on the facts and...
If you were under 21, and did a breath test and the breath test showed ANY amount of alcohol in your system, you would be faced at the very least...
It appears the original charge that you were arrested for was not the correct charge according to the facts (as the police state them to be). So...
Depending on various factors which you must review in confidence and detail with your attorney, you may be able to have the charge reduced to...
Whether you will do time and how much will depend on various factors, including the strength and nature of the evidence, the Court your case is out...
It appears you are being investigated for violating the following PC Section: 261.5 (c) Any person who engages in an act of unlawful...
What happened to you is rare, but can and does happen. Perhaps, as Mr. Zarabi notes, originally you were arrested for one charge, but the DA's...
California law says that you are not officially "convicted" until you are sentenced. With Diversion under PC 1000, you will be pleading guilty or...
There are many factors that will determine the result in this case. Were the two prior DV's felony or misdemeanor convictions? How long ago were...
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As you have received a letter stating that a Criminal Complaint has been filed against you, the first thing you should do is consult with and hire...