I was served with a subpoena by my girlfriend's sheriff's department but I have not committed any crime against her or charged ?

A Subpoena is to Order you to Appear in court AS A WITNESS. It sounds like you were served with a Restraining Order. If so, you should consult a...

I got a citation

Depending upon what type of ticket, it may take a while to hit the system. What was it for? You can go to the traffic clerk at the Courthouse you...

For indigent defendants convicted of Felonies, the California Appellate Project is usually appointed. The trial attorney usually files the required...

How can i found out if i have a restraining order against me for free

Unless you are served with a Restraining Order you don't have to worry! She may be jerking you around or, if a Sheriff or private process server...

We have a CPS investigation associated with a DV case . My kids had medical records clean and did not witness the incident . How

Are you cooperating with the prosecution of your spouse? If not, CPS and the DA work together to try (illegally) to coerce you to testify or risk...

You can go on line to lasd.org and fill out the VINE form to be notified of release date. You can also contact the DA or Detective on the case if...

How much time will you serve for a 9month sentence for a DV misdemeanor charge?

In LA County, misdemeanor inmates do between 10 to 50% of the sentence. Domestic Violence convictions usually result in closer to 40% of the...

Can you get a passport if you have a felony filled against you but it’s a missing complaint ?

It is not uncommon in Ventura for the DA to not file a case by the due date for arraignment; hence the term "missing complaint" you heard. They do...

Can I reopen a misdemeanor case from 2000 that has affected my employment options ?

A conviction that old for a misdemeanor should not be affecting your job search since background companies are only supposed to go back 7 years i...

What is the process like for underage drinking?

If you are over 18 (and obviously under 21) the case will be heard in adult court. The worst part of the case is that if convicted (a lot of kids...