It is not clear from your question exactly what you are concerned about. Asserting your 5th amendment rights really only protects you from...

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Is it possible to speak directly to an assistant district attorney if you are a conservator of 44 year old child?

First, as the other attorneys have said, it is a really bad idea for you to try to contact the District Attorney's office directly. There are a...

I am on felony probation for another two years. Within the last two years I have been diagnosed with some debilitating medical

Counsel can also petition to have your probation converted to "summary", eliminating your duty to check in with a probation officer. If you have...

The other attorneys who have responded have covered most of the issues here. I think I would also urge you to get as much documentation as...

When should I contact a criminal defense lawyer? My first court date is in 10 days!?

Time is of the essence. As all the other attorney have advised you, get counsel NOW!

The standard probation term for petty theft is typically three years. A "stay-away" order means precisely that, and violating that order is, in...

Indio, CA criminal--anyone seen how the new Diversion program works in practice?

I saw the new program applied to a number of concert-goers who got into trouble at the Coachella festival. Other than the cost and the hours there...

If i have an old theft misdemeanor (not juvenile) will expungement make a difference?

I would encourage you to seek relief under Penal Code Section 1203.4. There is no real downside to doing so, and it will make the conviction harder...

Can I get a job in California, in the sheriffs dept with a sealed juvenile record?

if you have not actually taken the formal steps required to actually seal your record, you will need to do so. This does not happen automatically....