Finding lost property with a clue to ownership and retaining it = theft. The ownership clue is that it was found on school premises---that's a big...

If someone isn't in front of a judge within 72 hours and not released but later convicted, is there any legal remedy for this?

It's been said that this is "a right without a remedy." Of course, they are SUPPOSED to release you and failure to do so coupled with "prejudice"...

Failure to file timely motion?

Well it sounds like you went through the felony preliminary hearing and were held to answer and now you're in the trial court. It also seems that...

Two things I'd do right away-- 1) get a docket sheet print out from the court's online info or, if none, get one from the court clerk. You...

What do I do to prepare for trial. when my public defender still make every effort to come up with excuses on why we can't meet

Good answers here. Based on the PDs actions I'm sure you have inquired as to whether you have the resources to retain a private lawyer. This...

If I want to change a statement that I gave to an officer, when I was the victim, can they say was lying and convict me instead?

It's common for "victims" to be represented by their own counsel who can then communicate their interests to the police and/or prosecution. Your...

I just got my first dui

The suspended license charge may be the catalyst for the prosecutor to demand more than the minimum. Since this is a first dui, the suspension may...

I need a lawyer to take over my daughters case. The lawyer we have won't return phone calls & has been a no show in court.

Many people in your spot have already spent all of their budgeted attorney money on attorney no. 1--who obviously, for some reason, has dropped...

I got a ticket for 11357 (c) h &s.

Be careful about using your PC1000 DEJ for this (usable to erase drug possession cases every 5 yrs) because as mj as become more and more accepted,...

Should I get a criminal attorney?

A lot of good answers pointing you in the right direction. You don't mention alcohol so that's a good thing since dui by way of combined influence...