Since you have no previous record it sounds like you are eligible for PC1000.

If on the day of the my arraignment i denied a public defender and now i would like one, how can i go about getting one?

At your next appearance tell the court that you cannot afford a private attorney. The court should appoint a Publice Defender to represent you.

I missed court.what do i do?

Ms. Johnson and Ms Fouladi's response is correct. You need to deal with this ASAP. Get a baailsbondsman lined up- just in case- but definetly go to...

How do I find out what my charges are?

It seems apparent that yo did not qualify for the Public Defender. You can try and go to the Clerk's Office and find out what the charges are or...

I have a court date appointment at 8:00 AM cant make it unitl later!

The responses given are correct. You need to find a way to get to court that day to take care of this to avoid further problems. You can try going...

I was arrested and jailed for a DUI in Alabama 9 years ago.

I am a CA attorney. You have to deal with the Alabama matter- which is is probably in warrant status for your failure to meet the terms of your...

Is a written statement valid from someone who is intoxicated?

Whatever is on his statement is hearsay. Get an attorney to knock this out for you. Did the officers witness you driving

The responses given are correct. Fortunately, while you are away you can still check online to see if it ever hits the system. I would have an...

If a cop knocks on your door, do you have to answer it?

You have no legal duty to answer the door for anybody. If you do- you are not obligated to let them in. Andrew Roberts (805) 496-7777

Fist DUI had a court hearing but forgot ?

Be polite and straight with the Judge. If you have an attorney this process will be much easier. Hopefully the judge will recall the warrant and...