How long do I have to wait for any charges to be filed in a case where the district attorney declined to file a petition?

Mr. Kestenbaum is correct, three years is the answer. Do not contact anyone regarding the matter. Currently, your matter is on the bottom of...

Letter from LAPD

You are either a witness in an investigation or you are a target in an investigation. Don't make that phone call. Have an attorney do it for you...

My husband is being extradited to day back to California for parole violation for absconding.

You have several options including transferring parole to Ohio. You need to speak to Ohio parole first for permission because they will be the...

When in Rome, do as the Romans do. When in California, abide by their laws or face the consequences. I know of no exemptions provided to national...

Can I request that the waiver be revoked at the restraining order hearing?

There is no law to prevent you from asking, but however, there is a likelihood of many laws to prevent you from getting your request. It is likely...

Are my rights violated when the apt manager gives you wrong advice when your safety is being violated?

Never get legal advice from non-lawyers because 99.9% their source is the television and some friend that tells them a half-baked story. In the...

Warrant is 30,000 cop citeded me out for it gave me a new court day after I explained my situation

Sorry to hear of your demise. If you are homeless there is a likelihood that the Los Angeles County District Attorney's Office and/or the Los...

Is it worth going to school for a long time to be a lawyer?

What do you like to do? Find what you like to do and do it. If you put in the time and effort you can make a lot of money doing what you like to...

Liable for bail after case is finished

Depending on the underlying charges and your terms of probation, it may be difficult but not impossible to return you to jail. For example, say...

Trial continuance/hiring counsel

Meet with an attorney to discuss the specific facts further. Many reputable attorneys offer a free consultation either in office or over the phone...