Can a motion for dismissal be granted the same day it is filed?

Duplicate question and the answer still is it depends on what the hearing is and what type of motion to dismiss the lawyer plans on filing. If the...

No, he must file and serve the DA giving them time to respond. They are usually filed at least 10 days prior to the hearing. Unless the case is...

Is there anything legal that can be done to change outcome of a violation of restraining order case or sentence modification?

Mr. Cernyar is on point with his answer.

Can I apply for adjustment of status through my step parent?

Please remind ask your question in the Immigration arena, not criminal.

1. Probably, if the DA is offering to continue your arraignment, then it is a pre plea diversion. 2. Once a case is filed and you have been...

What are the likely chances I am charged.

As a former prosecutor who used to file these types of cases i must tell you that reporting your car as stolen AFTER it has been in an accident is...

I found an iphone 6 and returned it once the police contacted me. I am being charged. What am I facing?

You are facing a theft charge under PC 485, failing to return found property. "One who finds lost property under circumstances which give him...

I have 2 criminal offense 1 is DUI on 2010 1 is petty thief on 2010 and had a 2years probation can i file a citizeship?

I will reclassify this under immigration law. While it doesn't keep the Government from seeing it, you should always file a Petition for Dismissal...

Can I be arrested without bail if someone pressed charges on me and I am on summary probation?

First of all, DON'T write confessions (your text) for all to see. You don't have to intend to hit someone to be charged with battery. Further,...

What are my options and consequences that will lead up to me missing my court date on a misdemeanor battery case.

Since you state your case is ongoing, you must have an attorney that could have appeared on your behalf since it is a misdemeanor. If the attorney...