A DUI can be based on either a .08% or greater BAC, or by the officer's observations. The decision to reduce is normally based off the measurement...

Is it going to be a he said she said case if the officer did not read me my rights after handcuffing me?

In 1966, the United States Supreme Court ruled in Miranda v. Arizona that a suspect’s pretrial statement cannot be used against him if it resulted...

Can i delay my trial i'm deploying to Afghanistan for a year?

You should sit down and discuss the case with your defense attorney. Normally, the Court would be hesitant to continue a case for one year...

It doesn't appear, based on your post, that your husband is only charged with a misdemeanor violation of Penal Code section 148 (Obstructing an...

The city attorney is reviewing my case after being dropped from a felony to a misdemeanor... What can happen after that?

Within the City of San Diego felonies are prosecuted by the District Attorney's Office, and misdemeanors by the City Attorney. After an arrest...

My son is 31 and is charged for the very first time in Ca. w/ 245(a) (1) pc. The woman was drunk & on drugs. She jumped from car

Although it may already be too late, it is important that your son discuss this case with no one but his defense attorney. Anything he says about...

Female pushes male and male pushes female and female loses footing falls. can she press charges.

Victims do not "press charges." Victims may report the crime, which may result in law enforcement investigating the matter and reporting to...

On probation for insurance fraud didnt go to community service What can i do at this point.

You can check the sheriff's website at http://apps.sdsheriff.net/warrant/waar.aspx to see if you have a warrant. Nevertheless, you should have...

Go to trial or work for plea bargain? How often are DUI cases ever won in San Diego ?

Whether or not a case should go to trial hinges upon how favorable or disfavorable are the facts, as well as reasonable the prosecution and defense...

How do I get a public defender for my court date? (in California)

When you show up for arraignment you will meet a public defender who will review your case at that time and then advise you accordingly. You may...