What are my options? My fiancee's little brother is in juvenile detention facing 3 felonies if 269 (a) (1),(3) and (5).

Consider this, most reputable competent attorneys will charge a hefty premium to defend this type of case. Therefore, even if you look for (and i...

Should I hire a lawyer or is the state appointed lawyer actually looking out for my best interests (I want to fight it ) ?

If you are unhappy with your current attorney, consult with and hire a private attorney. The new attorney may be able to get a better disposition,...

Can an 18 year old's testimony of being raped as a baby be enough for a conviction?

Every person is different and remembers different things. But this unlikely to go anywhere.

Contact the DAs office to find out the status of the case. It’s in their hands now

I know that 4573.9 is 2 4 and 5 years but is that a mandatory sentence Can the judge give a suspended sentence if he wants?

The judge is not obliged to sentence a person to those terms. He can give a suspended sentence and probation, every case is different. You’ll...

What will happen to me? I am under 18 (17y/o) and i am being charged for assault.

First, talk to your parents. Second, if the DAs office picks up the case, you’ll be summoned to court along with a parent. Then you’ll be asked...

Is behavorial health court voluntary?

Impossible for strangers to answer a question about how a case was disposed of, please retain an attorney to review your situation. Best of luck

How are cases determined to be ran concurrent?

Hire an attorney. This should have been done a long time ago, hope it’s not too late.

Unlike other counties, inmates in OC should expect to serve most of their time. Therefore you should expect to serve almost the entire 75 days....

What can happen if the respondent does not show up for an Emergency Protection Order to defend their position.?

If the respondent doesn’t show up to a restraining order hearing and they were properly served, the judge will grant the restraining order, usually...