How do I get a public defender

If the case is a misdemeanor or felony, she can be appointed a public defender at her first court hearing. (Assuming she qualifies by nit being...

What kinds of things do judges take into consideration before handing out a sentence

The judge can take all of those things into consideration. But the question is, do you have a plea agreement? Are your just pleading open to the...

What comes back on a fbi background check?

Arrests which did not result in conviction will also show up.

The DEA has been using military aircraft for surveillance in their investigation. What can be done?

Yes, they can do this. You should be more focused on real defenses or strategies for your case rather than worrying about how you are being...

Can DEA or distrct judge revoke bail without no cause?

They must have good cause to revoke bail. Ask your lawyer why bail was revoked.

Is it false imprisonment when they keep you in jail for three weeks for a crime you didn't commit

No. The police can arrest people suspected of crimes.

I got caught shoplifting at a Walmart store i received a letter from a law suit saying to pay $250 what happends if I don't pay

You don't have to pay it. They will threaten to sue you, but they won't do it because it would cost more money to sue than they would get if they...

How much the misdemeanor case will affect my friend life?

Probably. You really arent clear about what happened though. When you say he was charged with a felony, do you mean that's what the police wrote on...

If I barely enrolled at probation prop 36 and the first time I have to test is too soon I am going to be dirty what happens

Don't freak out. Explain to the tester that you may be positive from use prior to you being placed on probation. It really shouldn't be too much...

Alternatives may be available, but the DA would typically have to agree to them as well as the judge. Some counties do have house arrest options...