The DA has up to the Statute of Limitations (3 years for most felonies ), so they don't have to file the case by your arraignment date. They may...

Could he get a longer sentence? He did turn himself in.

Why is he returning to court if he surrendered? Since he is already getting a year, the only thing the Judge could do would be to either sentence...

Since you are using the item and admitting that you had no intention to keep it. If the retailer gets "used" merchandise back, they may not accept...

Are you upset you didn't get one? Seriously, the mug shot, or booking photo, is done to make a record along with your fingerprints. There are...

Do you answer yes or no

It depends upon who is asking. First of all, there is no true "Expungement " in California. That means that the case will show up on a background...

Just notified with a harassment restraining order before 10 days from my oath ceremony, will my citizenship be affected?

The filing of a Restraining Order is civil in nature, but does have consequences if issued. Retain a Family law attorney (they handle TROs). ...

Are online AA and/or Anger Management meetings accepted by the court to satisfy the terms of my diversion?

Unless you got permission from the Judge, you must do the AM at an approved provider. As far as on line AA, unless pre approved, they are going to...

Is my husband going to get an appeal? The crime happened in November 9th, 2014. He is innocent! Please help!!

Sorry to hear about the verdict, but you state that you already filed an appeal. Usually this is done AFTER the sentence is pronounced. The...

I was given a Disorderly Conduct in Minnesota, but I currently live in California. What can I do? What are my options?

The only option is to retain an attorney in Minnesota. The case is there. Presumably, as in California, an attorney can appear for you saving you...

So I need to know if he did 1 year County jail and got released on probation and they took him on a violation how long will he g

This is tricky since he has already served the maximum jail time so the Judge may want to send him to State Prison. Not reporting after being...