10 year old strike with a new felony conviction for transporting for sales of controlled substance, can the double time be reduc

A judge maintains the discretion to strike a prior strike. There are a number of factors a judge weighs when making such a decision. It's...

I was stopped by the police for traffic violation and police saw green dry leaves which was actually a constipation traditionall

You need to speak with your attorney as soon as possible. You should've been advised to the consequences follow a guilty verdict before deciding...

There will be two separate actions taken against him. An administrative action by the DMV where he is likely to lose his license for a year, and...

Can a LAWYER I HIRE GET ANY DIFFERENT RESULTS THEN A PUBLIC DEFENDER

The public defenders in San Diego County are top notch attorneys. It's not so much a question of quality as opposed to quantity. The public...

If an person was arrested for under the influence of a controlled substance and during the booking this person was searched and

No. A lawful search of an arrested person is not invalidated just because a prosecutor doesn't seek to charge the person for the reason the person...

Whats going to happen

A prosecution normally commences after law enforcement investigates and forwards a report to the District Attorney's Office for review. Based on...

When sited for a hit & run is alcohol testing mandatory or optional requirement for the involved officer?

Prsoecutors can charge a hit-and-run as either a felony or misdemeanor. Normally, their decision is driven by the facts of the case and the...

I am 23, with three kids and got caught shoplifting approximately $200 worth of stuff. What am I facing?

You're not obligated to pay damages directly to the store simply because they have a law firm mail you a demand letter. They'd have to sue you in...

Got caught shoplifting and got arrested. I have a dui, will I go to jail, can I make the 488 and infraction

You should immediately inform your attorney in the DUI case about the new arrest. A new arrest can cause complications to a grant of probation in...

This is further explanation of the situation.

The burden of proof for a violation is much lower than that of a new case. While you may prevail in the new case, you may also fail to have your...