DUIs are very serious charges and affect your life in so many ways. The short answer is yes hire a lawyer for the best result. Even though you...

Can a payday loan place have you arrested (physically) for owing a payment?

You could if the loan company goes to police, a police report will be made, it will be sent to the DA and if they file charges against you yes. I'm...

Could an adult get in trouble for consensual sex with a minor if it happened in a state where it is legal?

No because the act occurred in Mass. And not CA. Had it happened in CA then yes it was big trouble.

What's the difference between pleading guilty and no contest?

It is technically the same except that if the charge has a civil aspect to it a guilty plea can be held against the defendant but a no contest...

What can I do after my petition of dismissal for disorderly conduct has been denied?

Yes take care of all the outstanding issues before petitioning.

Would I be blamed in this situation? Could I be sued?

The other driver can sue you all he/she wants, it doesn't mean he or she will prevail. You did everything right, you pulled over, as far to the...

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I suggest you try to do one or two more days from now to next court date and also have a good reason why you did not complete and very nicely ask...

Proving residency in a criminal case?

They usually run the DMV to see where your last address with CA DMV has been. They have their own resources. They will check the post office to...

Guy backs out in front of me. clearly his fault. I only have liability. his insurance says 60% my fault. what to do?

Officers don't put fault on anyone. It is on insurance companies to make that determination and it usually turns into a war between the two...

Have one prior & a new case in different county.. HELP!

There is not sufficient information on our end to answer that question whether you will go to jail or not. Sometimes the judges take people in...

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