What can I expect to happen during the pretrial and how can I prepare myself the best?

A pretrial hearing presents opportunities for the defense lawyer and the prosecutor to reach an agreed-upon disposition (plea bargain) if the case...

Will i get jail time or just a ticket ?

Here is the law: "Petty theft is punishable by fine not exceeding one thousand dollars ($1,000), or by imprisonment in the county jail not...

Fake DUI expongment and restitution?

There is no question in your statement. I am certainly not advising you to do anything. But your statement invites some comments. Consult...

When your attorney appears in court for the first hearing, he will receive the misdemeanor complaint and related police reports. Then, your...

can inmate be released? due to last name spelt wrong & month of birthday is wrong

I have seen an inmate held even though he was booked on a made up name. If they have the right person, he/she will (or should be) charged under...

How many points is a left turn on right turn only?

One point. See Veh Code Section 12810.

While your criminal case is pending, the DA is obligated to turn over exculpatory material. If you already won you criminal case, and you are now...

I took something from somebody and gave it back can they charge me for that

Of course. The prosecutor can charge anyone with anything, and the person charged is innocent until proven guilty. To convict, the prosecutor must...

Will I be eligible for an expungement?

Your question does not indicate the state where you were convicted. I only practice in California. The California Penal Code States: § 1203.4....