How common is it for soemone to plead guilty when they are innocent? what can I doto clear my name?

You should not have pled guilty! And if you got it expunged, that tells me you waited some time to now claim your innocence. Unfortunately, your...

Is purchaser of stolen property liable if they report the purchase to police and say they suspect it may be stolen?

In short, the purchaser COULD be legally charged. For mitigation, reporting it was a good idea and they should not indicate they knew it was...

Frankly, its bad. You are talking about felonies which carry state prison punishment. Conspiracy charges, however, can often be difficult to...

What is the maximum penalty for misdemeanor petty theft (under $50) in CA? I have two prior drug convictions on my record.

Assuming you are not on probation for the priors, the max is either 6 months and/or a $1000 fine if it is a misdemeanor. Depending on the facts,...

I had my bicycle stolen outside my work and two weeks later i caught the guy who did it. Am I entitled to restitution?

Follow the case, contact the prosecutor, and explain your desire for restitution. They should contact you, but you shouldn't leave it up to them.

What will happen to me since I am still a minor at 17? Will my parents have to be with me at the court hearing?

If you're being charged as a juvenile, you need a parent with you.

Can I be denied a do process and trail?

Unless there is good cause, they cannot keep continuing the case. Do not waive your speedy trial rights anymore than you already have. It has to...

Given the security levels at Homeland Security, you will probably have a problem getting it issued. You should address it and clear it up. Even...

I was arrested for petty theft but have two prior felony drug conv.must my misd petty theft be charged as a felony in CA?

A petty theft is a misdemeanor only, UNLESS you have a prior theft or theft related prior (like burglary). You have drug priors. That doesn't...

How long do u think he will get?

A little confused by your facts, but a 3rd dui is punishable from 120 days in jail up to one year. There is an alternative for 30 days if the...