Hello, I was arrested for DUI in 2012. Is DMV suspension considered being convicted for DUI? DA's office did not file charges.

No you have not been convicted of a DUI. The DMV license suspension is not a conviction. DMV is only an administrative proceeding.

Is a misdemeanor that happened when I was a minor still on my record?

Juvenile records are supposed to be sealed to the public (if proper procedures are followed by law enforcement and the courts). However, arrest...

Can my 2nd DUI as my 1st since I have not been convicted of the 1st?

Yes, you can absolutely have it tried as a first offense. You cannot be convicted for this as a 2nd DUI UNLESS you were also "convicted" of DUI...

If you have a "no contact" order from a felony, can you still hire a private investigator or does that break the order?

Yes, it would be considered third party contact if the person you seek to contact is the person listed in the court's order. If this new evidence...

I was "charged" with a crime, I entered a plea deal, was sentenced to home confinement. But... was I convicted?

Both - you were first charged, and when you took your plea deal and was sentenced, you were convicted.

Cops lie. A lying cop can help your case but does not often cause a dismissal. You need to speak with an experienced DUI lawyer for advice about...

Is hiring an "aggressive" criminal lawyer better than hiring a more methodical and moderate criminal lawyer?

I believe the best lawyers are the ones who have likable personalities and have an aggressive proactive approach, but who know when to NOT be...

This is likely the result of a complaint filed by your investigating officer. DMV will provide you with a list of questions in advance - primarily...

Do I need a civil harassment restraining order or a domestic violence restraining order?

A civil non-harassment restraining order is a proper remedy. It sounds like you have not choice but to seek such an order if you wish to protect...

Need to know if I can terminate probation early.

No, PC 290 is not a bar to early termination of probation. Termination of probation will not, however, relieve you of the requirement to register.