Are there any new possible changes in the percentage of time violent offenders must serve in California?

One must pay close attention to enhancements as they often include more time in custody as you correctly note. Since it appears to have been a plea...

Will my husband need a Criminal Lawyer?

First of all, he needs a criminal DEFENSE lawyer, not a criminal lawyer! In all seriousness though, from your question it appears that he has an...

What i the likelihood of having NO TRACE of a misdemeanor after completing an Alternative Prosecution Program?

If you were just cited and not fingerprinted or photographed, and no criminal case is filed, you should have nothing to worry about. You must be...

Is there anyway to put someone elses name of a Misdemeanor Notice to Appear?

The Production company should contact a criminal defense attorney immediately. I have handled situations like this where the wrong person is...

You can post bail and get him into a hospital for treatment. If you can't afford the bail premium (between 7-10%), he will be brought to court...

Incorrect information on ticket?

What was the citation for? Even with the wrong spelling of your name, you gave them your student ID with the correct spelling. I cannot speculate...

The questions are regarding a letter to the board of nursing about my conviction record. I was charged misdemeanor petty theft.

First of all, did you apply for a Dismissal pursuant to PC 1203.4 after your probation expired? How long ago was the offense. The Nursing Board...

Can a Residential Burglary case be separated if there is more then 1 person involved?

Only under certain circumstances are co-defendants separated for trial. If there are statements from one of the defendants that incriminates the...

How does one get the district attorney to take your civil case and convert it into a criminal theft case?

If the Long Beach Police Department is refusing to take a report, ask to speak to a Supervisor or Watch Commander. They are mandated to take the...

How is a misdemeanor perceived with respect to finding employment in california? I was convicted of ca penal code 245a4

It depends upon what misdemeanor. Have you filed a Petition to dismiss the conviction under PC 1203.4? Don't let it stop you from applying, just...