I was charged with violation PC 487 (a) my record is clean nd has never had anything what can I do so I won't have to be in jail

Given your lack of criminal history, your personal situation and the proximity to the felony/misdemeanor threshold, I would say that it is very...

What happens if i wont be in the country before my arraignment, no charges yet filed but I cant afford a lawyer?

Unfortunately, it is not uncommon for the charges to get filed at the last moment. If that happens, and you aren't here, a bench warrant could be...

Daugh. arrested, san ysidro border crossing, cocaine in the car. how can i find her, wat r poss. conseq? wat range of defens fee

This is potentially a very serious matter. Transporting drugs across the border is a major federal offense. In the federal system, the amount of...

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What is the statute of limitations on filing domestoc violence criminal charges?

It depends on whether it was a felony (3 years) or misdemeanor (1 year).

Caught stealing at Walmart, pay fines or no?

I suspect the letter he received is merely a collection letter from a firm that represents Wal-mart in these types of cases. Nearly all large...

Is a Public Defender going to be sufficient in my case?

I would highly suggest retaining a private attorney for this matter. The Public Defender provides quality legal services, but given your...

Will a judge release you after being held for 72hrs. and charged with burglary and battery?

It is highly unlikely that a Judge would simply release someone under the facts you've provided. It is possible to seek that the bail be reduced,...

This is not something that will simply go away. Quite the opposite, actually. The longer she waits to take care of the situation, the worse...

This is not something that will simply go away. Quite the opposite, actually. The longer she waits to take care of the situation, the worse...

Red Light Traffic Ticket

I would not suggest simply disregarding the ticket. While the City of Los Angeles has suspended the red light program, that does not apply to...