I would like to talk with a public defender about my case how do I get one

Unless you are already represented by the PD, they cannot represent you until the court appoints them. That being said, if you do qualify, you can...

Didn't do test cop told me to do so now my license is suspended but i need to drive to work and school. when can i get a license

I hope you didn't try to do the DMV hearing yourself, as it is hard enough to win with an attorney representing you. When there is an allegation...

How should I plead?

I have represented people who were arrested for PC 647(f), drunk in public at the "Happiest Place on Earth" and they are dealt with pretty...

Trademark infringement , los angeles ca

There is no "trial date" on a citation. You were cited for a misdemeanor and should retain an attorney to see if charges are filed. If they wrote...

Can a judge deny a request from both public defender and district attorney to dismiss a case in preliminary hearing?

It is highly unusual for the Judge to deny the DA's request to dismiss a case; not unusual to deny the defense attorney's motion though. The DA...

Can I move Jail guilty to another state (20days) ?

I have had clients serve their time in other states, but it takes a lot of organizing. You first have to get the sentencing judge to agree, and...

How many days does the city attorney have after my initial notice to appear date to file a case?

As a former City Attorney in Van Nuys, I can tell you that they have a year from the date of your arrest or citation to file a misdemeanor. It...

Visa after shoplifint conviction

This is more in the arena of immigration law. If your probation is over, you should at least apply for relief pursuant to PC 1203.4 to have your...

If he got 30 days for a Probation Violation and had 8 days credit (8 actual or 4 actual plus 4 good time/work time credits) that leaves 22 (or 14...

I am being accused of soliciting of prostitution just because I was looking for parking on my neighborhood at night.

Sorry to hear about your predicament. As a former Los Angeles City Attorney, I can tell you that they have special "trick" task forces that...