If I was convicted of a felony 10 years ago and released from prison can I represent myself in pro per in a criminal case

You CAN represent yourself via a Ferreta waiver -the question is do you want to. You have a criminal history already which already complicates...

I hate to be the bearer of bad news but this is going to be a filing by the City Attorney or District Attorney. The amount is $325 so it is well...

If I was convicted of a felony 10 years ago and released from prison can I represent myself in pro per in a criminal case

The fact that you don't know basic discovery rules and are posting questions to lawyers, shows that you cannot adequately represent yourself in a...

Looking for a criminal defense attorney that is very experienced and aggressive. Also that is affordable. San Fernando Court

This is kidnapping, a very serious charge. Why don't you see if you qualify for a public defender if money is an issue right now. I'm in San...

If the DA decides not to file charges does he have to call the defense attorney or is it up to the defense attorney to find out?

I would follow your lawyer's advice. Let sleeping dogs lie. Maybe the SOL will run, maybe it'll be a DA reject or maybe they'll file. This is all...

You really should get in touch with your lawyer. If he's already ditching you at this stage of the proceedings how is he going to do a trial that...

I wanna know if my bf will actually be charged if the victim or witnesses don't show up to court or testify against him?

This is attempted murder. It sounds like they have witnesses and a 911. What he is facing will depend on his defense (usually when you point a gun...

I need to get a reinstatement letter from the judge for my DUI classes.That is all i need.Can i hire a lawyer just for that?

Yes you should have counsel even if it's a PD. You will need to explain to the court why you fell off of the program and flaked on your classes....

Getting caught shoplifting is always humiliating and people generally feel they are treated unfairly because it is so embarrassing--the way the law...

There is a new law that went into effect January 1, 2015. I call it the "one free ride" law. Most criminal attorneys know about it and it will be...