Is a search warrant legal if it was signed on Dec.12, 2012 and served 37 days later on Jan. 17, 2013? What should I do?

Believe it or not, there isn't a straight-up-and-down yes or no answer to this question. It is quite possible that when there is a long delay prior...

There is not an easy or straightforward answer to this question. The thing to understand is that there are about a dozen different things that...

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In addition to my colleague's accurate answer, you should expect to have a lawyer appointed to represent you on the first court date. If you can't...

I don't know any attorneys who know that calculation off the top of their heads, or even have the ability to look it up... unfortunately you're...

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Can a judge "waive COPS (costs of probation)" ?

It is possible for a judge to terminate your probation despite you technically owing for the cost of probation services, and many judges will do...

Drug possession is a felony in California but trying to pass a bill were its a misdemeanors ? is this true

Can you please explain what you're trying to ask a little more clearly? I can't be sure from what you've posted here. If you are currently facing...

I was charged with pc148 and pc 647(I) mistaminer ! I was released the next morning ! Am I facing jail time?

You are more likely to face jail as a consequence of the 148 allegation than the 647 allegation, but in general I agree that you could well avoid...

Eleven yrs ago I was falsely excused of slapping my boyfriend, I was given only a ticket, went 2 court, paid a fine & asked for

In addition to Mr. Campbell's point, understand that you should look into it with the court no matter what, because these background checks...

If im convicted of a violent crime am I eligible for a paper commit or a silent strike?

You need to ask your public defender about this issue. Only he or she can give you an accurate answer to your questions about your case. You...

Wish to change the hours on my court commit or weekend custody. unemployed since 2008

As Mr. Blair noted, the process of getting this modified might by itself cause some trouble. However, if your conviction was a misdemeanor, I'd see...