Court app. lawyer not doing his job

Your state will have a process that will allow you to have another court-appointed lawyer assigned to the case. HOWEVER, you must show that your...

How much is a lawyer for a grand theft case.

The fee will depend on many facts that you should not discuss on this public forum, including whether it has been charged as a felony or a...

How do I choose a good Criminal Defense Lawyer?

Professional associations really only tell you how inclined the lawyer is to network. There are advantages to belong to various networks...

Is it possible and/or common for an attorney to speak with the DA before the scheduled court date?

Obviously, you want the lawyer who will work the hardest to achieve the best possible results at the earliest opportunity. Personally, I would be...

I'm 16, live in california and got caught shoplifting from a store with 79$ worth of merchandaise, what happens?

If I'm understanding the facts correctly, you may have a great defense - i.e., DA may not be able to prove the case. As I understand it, you were...

What's the situation look like for for burglary?

I agree with the previous post, but would add that it is even more important for the 20 year to work out a good deal because a theft conviction can...

The very first thing you should do is stop talking to the police (and anyone else) and hire an attorney right away. Soon, there will be an...

What is the worst that can happen and the least? I have no priors at all.

I hope that you will have an attorney represent. You will want to do everything you can to avoid having a felony on your record. They are...

Regarding asking the judge at second arraignment for second continuance for an Assault with deadly weapon charge

I answered the other question you posted before I saw this post. I would only add that you should NOT represent yourself at arraignment! You...

What happens if you don't comply with your probation agreement

As usual, Mr. Marshall's thorough answer is spot on. I would only add that if the family intends to hire private counsel for your son, do your...