Does a federal defendant have the right to an actual copy of a plea offer?

A criminal defendant is entitled to a copy of the plea agreement before it is filed and before his plea is changed. Separately, a criminal...

Does a federal defendant have the right to an actual copy of a plea offer?

A criminal defendant is entitled to a copy of the plea agreement before it is filed and before his plea is changed. Separately, a criminal...

It may sound extreme, but the CA Civil Code permits them to do it. Many attorneys advise to not pay it because it's only collectible if they get a...

Is it possible to file a post-conviction motion to lower a misdemeanor to an infraction in San Mateo California ?

You can't infract a PC 484. You're stuck with the misdemeanor.

Dealing with a co-defendant case. My co-defendant is demanding his public defender actually help him.

The DA often does package deals so one defendant doesn't plead out and try to testify for the other. It's a bad spot to be in, but it happens all...

You are still a doctor, but not licensed to practice. While you may still be a doctor, you should be careful not to misrepresent yourself. You...

I live in CA, was convicted of misdemeanor assault and was sentenced to 30 days in jail. Can I get this removed from my record?

You can get a "dismissal" also known as an expungement, but it will still show on your record.

Can I do fugitive recovery with expunged felony?

You can't use, own or possess a weapon as a felon, concealed or not. Expungement does not restore gun rights.

Can I be charged with DWI if I wasn't driving and the keys weren't in the ignition?

Yes, as long as the prosecutor can prove that you were driving at some point and at the time you were driving, you were under the influence.

What sort of lawyer would be knowledgeable with laws like 18 U.S. Code § 2251?

As a federal criminal lawyer based in Los Angeles, I routinely deal with these types of cases, including sexual exploitation of children, child...