If we lose in trial is that it? We are in the process of collecting funds but won't be ready in time of court. Can we appeal?

Don't give up without a fight! His Public Defender may have something going on as strategy that you don't know about. Her only client is your...

Can I schedule a court date to see the judge myself, or is my public defender the only one who can do this?

First of all congrats on graduating! You can go to the Clerk's window on the second floor of the Van Nuys Courthouse (if that is where your case...

Should i ignore it or pay civil claim? Will they have a warrant for my arrest if I don't pay? Can it affect my credit? HELP

This is one of the most asked questions here on AVVO. The store is entitled to recover their security costs in apprehending a shoplifter per Penal...

Blood draws after car collision - DUI?

Did the police or anybody else take your driver's license? Did they give you a pink temporary license? These are indicators of a DUI investigation....

Would a federal or state prosecution actually last over 10 years?

This is a sad situation since to your friend it is very real. However, they need mental health evaluation. Based upon the facts he related,...

Can I use marijuana with a recommendation or do I need an actual doctor to prescribe me marijuana?

It depends upon which court you are in front of. For instance, in Ventura county, they usually say that you are prohibited from using Marijuana...

32 years with 10 year reduction so now

Around 18 years less presentence credits. Did the Judge reduce the original 32 year sentence?

What should I do? Will the next letter be one where they chose to file charges and take me to court?

There are plenty of answers on Evo regarding the subject. Be advised that most of us give is to ignore the civil demand letters. They have nothing...

This is not a criminal law issue, but a landlord tenant one. I will reclassify. It is an interesting issue!

If he arrested you, you have a prblem. You state that the officer said he won't take a blood test from you because they don't test for mushrooms....