Will the public appeals counsel make contact with me before submitting petition?

You should always be able to contact the attorney who is representing you. If they don't reach out to you, you should be able to locate and speak...

If I plead to a first time DUI (VC 23152(b), what effect will it have on my immigration status?

It does depend on other factors such as the details of the case, whether you have other convictions, etc. Best to get a lawyer and do the case...

I was charged with DUI in August 2010, after this I got very sick and had to have brain surgery. How do I take care of this now

You can just show up and make arrangements to start paying. You likely have a warrant and that should be resolved first. You can also get an...

Probably would show up as a detention only, however, you can pull your own criminal history to check and see what's in there. Go to www.doj.ca.gov...

Undocumented and 1st time DUI by 0.08 breath test.

What your defenses are is going to depend on what evidence there is. Best to get some consultations with lawyers in person. Immigration is...

Can hiring a private attorney help us to get our family member transferred back to Los Angeles, California?

It might be a good idea to contact a federal criminal defense lawyer in Los Angeles to review some of your options. It sounds like he has a...

Is petty theft a charge that cannot be expunged?

You probably violated the terms of your probation, but weren't formally charged with a violation. People v. Turner stands for the proposition that...

What are the limitations for a felony being dropped to misdemeanors.

Felony cases dropped to misdemeanors have certain limitations. Best to talk to the lawyer that handled your case or meet with a lawyer in person. ...

If i am on felony probation can i grow medical marijunna without getting in trouble

Talk to your lawyer as well as your probation officer. The answer is likely no, but if you can, you'll need some explicit permission.

It depends on whether you can bail out or get released on your own recognizance. If you have a warrant for your arrest, you will stay I custody...