Can I use legal marijuana while on house arrest? I am legal? No drug charges.

If the program told you not to use your prescription for 13 days, then I wouldn't mess with it. Speak to your lawyer.

I would fight it. The list of things to do for a first time DUI include but are not limited to: AB-541 alcohol class, 3 yrs. summary probation, IDD...

Can you help me not go back to jail or get my charge dropped.

Unfortunately, you can't undo a crime. You asked a cop for help while you were under the influence so he got you help. Now you don't want to face...

If I report a crime committed to my person with police, what are my options when they refuse to take my report?

It's not unusual for the cops to take one side of the story depending on the circumstances. Do you have an alibi witness that can corroborate that...

Are there strong CA noise ordinances where officers cite repeat offenders w/o complainant signing to go to court? Prima facie?

I'm sorry you're going through this. You have a right to quiet enjoyment and they are disturbing the peace. Looks like you will have to go to...

Do DUI arrest records (no charges were filed) show up on DOJ background checks for California and FBI?

How many arrests does he have? How does he know no charges will be filed for last night? I would guess he'll me getting "the letter" from the DMV...

Im in process of getting a green card but have a criminal record, if i get my record dismissed will it still count against me?

It depends on the crime. You really need to talk to your lawyer about this. One of my clients was trying to get his green card and had 3...

Collateral damages and misdemeanors

I don't know enough about the charge to give you an informed response but it sounds like he had a petty theft that is going to be reduced to a...

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What is the worst that can happen to me if I am I minor charged with pety theft but this is my first charge?

This can easily be infracted or be a civil compromise because the amount is so low. You're just starting out in life, you don't want this on your...

Yes, it is always worthy to show that you took the initiative to clear your name and your record. Checking off that you've never been convicted of...