Questions answered by Michael Sean Devereux

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My ex-wife is finally admitting I never threatened her or my daughter. Can she actually undo the damage? Whom should she tell?

Michael's answer | Answered on April 15, 2013

Discuss this with your attorney. Your attorney may need to have an investigator assigned to the matter. ...

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Will there be jail time for second offense petty theft in CA? Or what will happen to me. What should I do?

Michael's answer | Answered on April 15, 2013

Its petty theft with a possible prior therefore the charges are likely to be a felony. I suggest lawyering up immediately so that the attorney can...

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Should this go to trial by jury?

Michael's answer | Answered on April 15, 2013

This is a question for your attorney. An offer for an infraction is typically a good sign. The problems is that if you take it you have an...

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I got served for a Restraining Order by having the order slipped under my door, does that nullify the serving?...

Michael's answer | Answered on April 15, 2013

Let the court know that there is a counter filing on the day of the trial so the court can have both in hand. Regarding service it gets tricky. ...

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I filed charges against a woman who stole my personal property, Will I receive a subpoena to appear in court?

Michael's answer | Answered on April 15, 2013

Yes. It will come within a few days of the trial. Typically seven to five days before trial. You can contact the district attorneys office for...

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Can you give me any advice on how to present my counter-Restraining Order case before the judge?....

Michael's answer | Answered on April 15, 2013

Move out or kick him out. Whomever is on the lease will get to stay. It is likely that the court will grant the restraining orders on both so one...

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How much time would a person do for 3 felonies and a misdemeanor?

Michael's answer | Answered on April 15, 2013

There are not enough facts here to provide a meaningful answer. I suggest contacting an attorney to review the facts. Many reputable attorneys...

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WHERE CAN I FIND FREE TO LOW COST HELP FOR MY BROTHER WHOM IS INCARCERATED ON FALSE PRETENSE

Michael's answer | Answered on April 15, 2013

The public defenders office provides free to low cost legal assistance. However, if it is later determined that your brother can pay then the...

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Can you press charges against someone who molested you as a child but was a minor at the time?

Michael's answer | Answered on April 15, 2013

Contact the police or the district attorneys office. They will ask for additional information and will let you know of their decision.

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If a person is already sentenced and the witness say they can not remember what anyone look like. Can it help?

Michael's answer | Answered on April 15, 2013

Very unlikely. Ask their attorneys.

Michael Sean Devereux's Answers (12992)

My ex-wife is finally admitting I never threatened her or my daughter. Can she actually undo the damage? Whom should she tell?

Will there be jail time for second offense petty theft in CA? Or what will happen to me. What should I do?

Should this go to trial by jury?

I got served for a Restraining Order by having the order slipped under my door, does that nullify the serving?...

I filed charges against a woman who stole my personal property, Will I receive a subpoena to appear in court?

Can you give me any advice on how to present my counter-Restraining Order case before the judge?....

How much time would a person do for 3 felonies and a misdemeanor?

WHERE CAN I FIND FREE TO LOW COST HELP FOR MY BROTHER WHOM IS INCARCERATED ON FALSE PRETENSE

Can you press charges against someone who molested you as a child but was a minor at the time?

If a person is already sentenced and the witness say they can not remember what anyone look like. Can it help?