Is there a future for me in law given my criminal background?

California does do Expungements. See Penal Code Section 1203.4. You can still attend law school in California. The question is whether or not you...

When you get a violation of section Pc 417.4 brandishing a replica gun is consider a misdemeanor or felony .

Misdemeanor in California punishable by up to one year in County Jail. Seth Weinstein, Esq. (310) 707-7131 www.sethweinsteinlaw.com

How likely will a DA take a statutory rape case to trial?

If the boy's mother is cooperating with the District Attorney to pursue a case against you for Statutory Rape, the Restraining Order is the least...

My hubby is in prision for robbery

Unless he petitions a Judge in the County in which he was convicted for a sentencing modification, he will not be able to get out before 2029,...

Do unpaid fines disqualify someone from being approved for deferred action?

Are you referencing the new immigration plan? If so, unpaid traffic tickets should not have an effect on his immigration status. You should...

If your charged with a firearm as a co-defendent with 4 others the gun is not yours will they fingerprint the gun?

In Los Angeles County, the police don't always fingerprint firearms, especially if they have not been used in a violent crime. They don't have the...

CLETS Restraining Orders and Firearm

You are in violation of PC 29800. you need to contact a criminal defense attorney ASAP who can help you legally transfer the ownership of the...

My husband is charged with corproate spousal abuse; he is innocent. What do I (spouse) need to do?

You should hire a private attorney for your husband. The DA's Office can still prosecute with or without your approval. You need someone who will...

The Marijuana ticket is an Infraction. You can do PC 1000 for Diversion if you wish. The DUI is a far more serious offense, particularly in...

I was charged with misdemeanor petty theft, two items valued $150, first time, in CA. Will it be same charge for 1 or 2 items?

You should provide us with more details. It may be one count or it may be two counts. If it came from the same incident at the same store, then it...