A frequent question asked by my potential clients facing a theft or shoplifting charge is whether they should pay the demand by the store for...

How much time can my Boyfriend get for False imprisonment? and can he get a plea bargain?

It is unlikely you will be convicted of a false imprisonment on these facts. The bottom line is that the criminal law requires proof beyond a...

DUI- Ignition interlock device

A IID is only required for a conviction od a DUI, you will only be required to install an IID if the Court demands it

My son signed a paper from a retailer for accused of shoplifting. How do I found out what he signed?

The signed documents will likely be part of the criminal discovery which will be provided when he goes to Court.

Is a statement given to police while intoxicated valid in california?

California will admit any statement as evidence if it was voluntarily given. The question as to whether it is a true statement is up to the jury...

My son was charged in May 09 for burglary and public intoxication . He spent the night at a friend's house. They got drunk

Burglary is a specific intent crime, being intoxicated is a defense to these types of intent criminal acts in california, check with a local lawyer...

Do i need a criminal defense lawyer

Hundreds of people are arrested every day in California. An arrest for a criminal offense does not always result in a conviction. The law allows...

How much jail time am I looking at for DUI probation violation?

Probation revocations in DUI cases typically involve a multi step approach. The first action is that the prosecutorial agency or probation...

My husband got speeding ticket in california and then got three speeding tickets in a year in colorado his licence is suspended

He should request a DMV hearing to challenge the suspension.

Is the following consirederd some form of rape or assault in California. What is the statute of limitations?

In California it is rape if the person uses alcohol to get someone to have sex without their consent.