Questions answered by Angela M Berry

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Is there any defense to argue that this is not the same crime as being caught in the possession of a loaded handgun?

Angela's answer | Answered on May 24, 2016

You asked if the facts amount to possession of a loaded firearm. You told us, however, that there was no ammunition. So, it does not appear to...

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What do I do? Is there a form I need to fill out? Should I write the D.A. or go down in person? How do I get my Disability back?

Angela's answer | Answered on May 24, 2016

The DA's office believes you wrote bad checks and is giving you an opportunity to participate in its program, usually in lieu of filing criminal...

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Can this case be thrown out due to illegal search and seizure? does my husband have any rights?is it legal to search the car?

Angela's answer | Answered on May 22, 2016

Sounds like you know a little about the potential issues here. First of all, the officers needed reasonable suspicion for the traffic stop. Will...

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If I make a fair dissolution settlement offer in exchange for agreeing to not notifiy the SSA of fraud, is that extortion in CA?

Angela's answer | Answered on May 20, 2016

We need more information. Are you asking if you settle a civil suit in exchange for not reporting the other's wrongdoing to law enforcement or...

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Do judges call defense counsel in between court date to discuss cases?

Angela's answer | Answered on May 19, 2016

Judges are not permitted to review police reports or conduct investigation regarding the facts of the case. The only feasible thing the judge could...

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My friend was supposed to get release on 2-11-16 from Solano state prison we went to pick him up out that way.but he was not rel

Angela's answer | Answered on February 12, 2016

When you say your friend was "supposed" to be released, what are you basing that on? Something you found on line? If not, what efforts have you...

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Is there a jury at arraignment for a misdemeanor or only a judge and no jury?

Angela's answer | Answered on January 12, 2016

the arraignment if the unveiling of the charges and you enter your plea (e.g. "Not guilty", "guilty", "no contest", Not guilty by Reason of...

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Should I hire Private Counsel or stick with a PD?

Angela's answer | Answered on January 03, 2016

First of all, sorry to hear that's how you rang in the new year. $2500 is not unreasonable for representation. I would seriously question the...

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Should I keep ignoring these civil demand letters & fine?

Angela's answer | Answered on January 03, 2016

As you were probably advised before, they have to sue you for a money judgment to be able to collect. They are looking for a voluntary payment....

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What should the attorney fees be to help me get a restraining order? Is there another option?

Angela's answer | Answered on January 03, 2016

Since moving isn't always an option, such as when you own or are in a long term lease, I agree with you that something needs to be done. There is...

Angela M Berry's Answers (310)

Is there any defense to argue that this is not the same crime as being caught in the possession of a loaded handgun?

What do I do? Is there a form I need to fill out? Should I write the D.A. or go down in person? How do I get my Disability back?

Can this case be thrown out due to illegal search and seizure? does my husband have any rights?is it legal to search the car?

If I make a fair dissolution settlement offer in exchange for agreeing to not notifiy the SSA of fraud, is that extortion in CA?

Do judges call defense counsel in between court date to discuss cases?

My friend was supposed to get release on 2-11-16 from Solano state prison we went to pick him up out that way.but he was not rel

Is there a jury at arraignment for a misdemeanor or only a judge and no jury?

Should I hire Private Counsel or stick with a PD?

Should I keep ignoring these civil demand letters & fine?

What should the attorney fees be to help me get a restraining order? Is there another option?