Caught shoplifting, this is my first offense, what can I expect and should I get an attorney?

Depending on the court you may be eligible for a diversion program, which means that the matter will be dismissed if you attend a few classes. I...

I suspect that we will learn more within the next few weeks. The US Supreme Court has ordered 110,000 prisoners released by the end of the year. ...

Boyfriend has immigration hold

Contact an immigration attorney. It may be possible to make bond on the immigration proceedings. A bondsmen for immigration is not the same as a...

Can i use CR-165 as the defendant and have a 136.2 dropped ?

Protection orders come in all shapes and sizes from on direct or indirect contact to peaceful contact only. It is difficult from the facts...

Post trial is after a trial. Post disposition is after the parties reach a disposition such as a dismissal or a plea agreement. Post means after.

What should i expect and do after being caught shoplifting at walmart in southern CA?

I agree with Mr. Shafer. "First time being caught" carries to many negative connotations as though you have done it before and that you intend to...

Civil restraining order go both ways?

Don't waste any more time with that one. She is clueless. If she comes back then get her badge number.

I have a restraining order against my ex boyfriend. He caught me off guard and started speaking with me and I became emotional

If you have the restraining order on him, then why is he contacting you. If he brings the tape into court, I recommend that you lawyer up and show...

My girlfriend and i got wasted and got into a pushing match she grab a hold of my shirt trying to rip it off of me i was trying

Do not answer any further questions or provide any more facts on this website because there is no attorney-client privilege here. So, I recommend...

Current charge is a DUI and 2800.2. Need to really understand how the three strikes rule is used.

Your charges do not appear to have been strikes and are not considered strikes today. However, the past convictions are likely to haunt you in...