I got a ticket for Misdemeanor Vandalism. How can i defend myself.

Do you own the house or rent the house? If you own your home, you have a total defense. You can dispose of your property any way you would like. If...

I have heard that as of March 1 , 2013 prisoners in CO jails will only have to serve 35% of their sentence . Is that correct ?

In Los Angeles County, inmates in the County Jail are serving mere fractions of their sentences. In Orange County, adults are still doing 50% of...

What is the difference between constitutional law and substantive law?

Law professors love answering these questions! Seth Weinstein, Esq. Practicing Criminal Defense in Southern California (310) 707-7131...

I got a ticket from the LA Metro (non-traffic) back in 2009 for riding the subway without a pass....?

You should not appear alone without an attorney present, especially since this is a 3-4 year old warrant. Not only is the violation a misdemeanor,...

If a homeless 290-parolee attempts suicide but fails, what are the legal repercussions?

Attempting Suicide is not in and of itself a crime. They could hold him on a 72 hour mental health hold. They could charge him with Ancillary...

Regardless of the 17(B) to a misdemeanor, there is a 10 year gun ban from the date of the conviction. Seth Weinstein, Esq. Practicing...

They can as a condition of an "OR" (Own Recognizance) release. This is the standard at least in Southern California. Seth Weinstein, Esq.

I am on parole and owned a large amount of restitution fee. My victim is Med-Cal, could I have a settlement with Med-Cal. How?

Bottom line: You are stuck paying even if it is an insurmountable sum. Seth Weinstein, Esq. Practicing Criminal Defense in Southern...

I am on parole, could I get early discharge if I still have a large balance of restitution fee

Parole cannot keep you on parole if payments are still outstanding. However, they can require you to make timely payments. They may also not...

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My daughter has to go to court to testify against gang members for a murder case... can she plead the fifth or does she have to

She will have to go, otherwise she can be in contempt of court. She needs to speak to the District Attorney regarding her safety. Seth...