Questions answered by David S. Kestenbaum

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Should I get an attorney if my job is building a case against me because of domestic violence?

David's answer | Answered on September 28, 2015

If you are in fear that they may terminate your employment due to the harassment by your ex, you should contact an employee side labor attorney...

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Charged with felony for illegal sale of Marijuana . first offense . will i go to jail

David's answer | Answered on September 28, 2015

You need to meet with a criminal defense attorney as soon as possible. Use the AVVO find a lawyer tab to meet with an attorney close to the...

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I was found guilty by a jury in Compton of the B count for DUI, hung on the A count. Can something still be done?

David's answer | Answered on September 28, 2015

Sorry to hear about your loss in trial. If your attorney laid the proper foundation for admitting the GERD evidence and the Judge still kept it...

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Can a criminal defendant, who previously served as a confidential informant, discover the statements made while serving as a CI?

David's answer | Answered on September 28, 2015

Are you asking if person A can find out what the CI said? The person arrested can request both the identity of the informant as well as the...

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Pulled my weapon to defend myself. please read story. what are the legal ramifications of my actions?

David's answer | Answered on September 28, 2015

If he didn't report it to the police, you should just keep quiet about it and hope he never reports it. If you are contacted by a detective, don't...

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How much time can I possibly do? How do I request community service or house arrest?

David's answer | Answered on September 28, 2015

You should just be prepared to show the Judge the paperwork that you no longer own the vehicle and that you have since gotten your license. They...

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What's going to happen with my first court appereance

David's answer | Answered on September 28, 2015

Prior to your arraignment, the DA will review the facts to determine what charges to file. Just because the police say it is residential burglary...

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Can I own a fire arm if I live with a convicted felon

David's answer | Answered on September 28, 2015

If you have a gun it must be locked in a safe that your mother has NO ACCESS to. It is important to note that the prohibition includes ammunition,...

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Is this on my background check?

David's answer | Answered on September 28, 2015

If you were not fingerprinted and photographed by the police, there is NO record that would show on a background search. Consider yourself lucky...

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I was not aware my license was suspended, I just received a citation and was informed. I need to know what I can do?

David's answer | Answered on September 27, 2015

if you recieved a citation for vehicle code section 14601.1, it may be filed as in fraction or as a misdemeanor. However, knowledge that your...

David S. Kestenbaum's Answers (5773)

Should I get an attorney if my job is building a case against me because of domestic violence?

Charged with felony for illegal sale of Marijuana . first offense . will i go to jail

I was found guilty by a jury in Compton of the B count for DUI, hung on the A count. Can something still be done?

Can a criminal defendant, who previously served as a confidential informant, discover the statements made while serving as a CI?

Pulled my weapon to defend myself. please read story. what are the legal ramifications of my actions?

How much time can I possibly do? How do I request community service or house arrest?

What's going to happen with my first court appereance

Can I own a fire arm if I live with a convicted felon

Is this on my background check?

I was not aware my license was suspended, I just received a citation and was informed. I need to know what I can do?