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How to read a 10 year CA MVR ?

Seth's answer | Answered on February 18, 2013

Go to your nearest DMV Office and ask them. There are so many codes that most lawyers don't even know all of the designations. Seth Weinstein,...

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Is it criminal for a lawyer to hold your possessions even though you have already paid with a certified cashiers check??

Seth's answer | Answered on February 18, 2013

You may consider moving this to the civil forum. Seth Weinstein, Esq. Practicing throughout Southern California (310) 707-7131...

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Had a DUI, Appeared in court but DA didn't filled charges been almost a year, what should i do? leave it like that....

Seth's answer | Answered on February 18, 2013

You should contact the Court. The DA's Office in Orange County is very backed up. In fact, they are sometimes 3-4 months behind in filing cases....

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How much time is my boyfriend looking at. in prison/jail

Seth's answer | Answered on February 18, 2013

If he is on parole and picks up a Possession charge, he is going back to state prison if convicted. It is impossible to say what the potential term...

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Attempt to commit rape, verbal protest, abandonment

Seth's answer | Answered on February 18, 2013

You may be criminally charged if she complains to the police. You are not guilty of any sexual offense. Legally, you took the correct steps because...

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I don't know what kind of lawyer to call . I was detained by Kohl in South Orange County for shoplifting . I don't shoplift .

Seth's answer | Answered on February 18, 2013

You need to hire a criminal defense attorney. You are facing a misdemeanor charge of Petty Theft unless the value of the items exceeded $950, in...

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My bf is turning himself in today Monday before 5:30 pm. They told him he would be in there for 20 days. Will he do all 20 days?

Seth's answer | Answered on February 18, 2013

If he is turning himself into LA County jail tonight, he will be out before tomorrow morning for a 20 day sentence. Seth Weinstein,...

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I've been on probation for the past 21 months without any violations.Am i eligible for early release?

Seth's answer | Answered on February 18, 2013

You can motion up your case and ask the Judge. It would be beneficial to have an attorney present to better enhance your arguments. The burden is...

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How do I get a stay put on my trial pending an appeal?

Seth's answer | Answered on February 18, 2013

With Misdemeanors, you have 30 days to file an appeal and it stays the trial. With felony offenses, I don't believe you can appeal until after the...

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How does my husband get his sentence modified? Is this something that would have only been done at sentencing?

Seth's answer | Answered on February 18, 2013

You can petition the Court, but it is a waste considering he will be out shortly. Seth Weinstein, Esq. Practicing throughout Southern...

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How to read a 10 year CA MVR ?

Is it criminal for a lawyer to hold your possessions even though you have already paid with a certified cashiers check??

Had a DUI, Appeared in court but DA didn't filled charges been almost a year, what should i do? leave it like that....

How much time is my boyfriend looking at. in prison/jail

Attempt to commit rape, verbal protest, abandonment

I don't know what kind of lawyer to call . I was detained by Kohl in South Orange County for shoplifting . I don't shoplift .

My bf is turning himself in today Monday before 5:30 pm. They told him he would be in there for 20 days. Will he do all 20 days?

I've been on probation for the past 21 months without any violations.Am i eligible for early release?

How do I get a stay put on my trial pending an appeal?

How does my husband get his sentence modified? Is this something that would have only been done at sentencing?