Is there a "dialing" exception to a "cell phone use in car" ticket? What is the first time fine? Thank you!

The Code reads "A person shall not drive a motor vehicle while using a wireless telephone unless that telephone is specifically designed and...

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Can a person who is on parole and is present during a violent crime, only get county time?

The question of "only" getting county time seems to stem from a misunderstanding that he may only be guilty of a parole violation. If he's guilty...

Hawaii traffic ticket pass due

I would search for a ticket lawyer in Hawaii and contact them directly.

Can a chain store charge the parents of a minor for shoplifting goods from their store?

The civil demand is for reimbursement of loss prevention. So, as parents of a minor, you can be held liable because it is civil in nature. ...

How much time will someone serve who has 4 counts of 273a. (a) (felony) and PC 1170(H)(3). This person has no priors.

The 273a(a) felony has a range of 2-4-6, meaning 2, 4 or six years. Additional counts resulting from the same conduct with carry 1/3 the midterm,...

My son has 3 unpaid traffic tickets on collections. What are the consequences?

If this is LA County, you are dealing with GC Collections. They are impossible to negotiate with. Your only other choice is to go to the court...

What am I facing here?

Fraud is a crime that requires a specific intent-- to defraud. From your description, this was a mistake. The issue in your case will be whether...

I have court in two days I'm not sure how to plea I've been charged with battery fva,my first time.

If you are unsure, you plead NOT GUILTY. But you need a lawyer. Either hire one or get a public defender BEFORE doing ANYTHING.

Suspended without pay for 30 days with no reason given

Generally, police officers can be suspended without pay while they are investigating allegations of corruption, criminal conduct, etc., HOWEVER, as...

Do we have to pay Walmart ? We already have a court date in September for shoplifting.

Most lawyers on Avvo advocate NOT paying because they seldom take collection action. The fact is, they COULD, but usually do NOT bother with...