I am on informal probation and i recently caught a new case for misdemeanor receiviing stolen property.

Check with your attorney to see if the Monday court date is still on the calendar. Unless you hear otherwise, you should appear with the proof of...

We are looking afor a criminal case lawyer.

I practice in San Diego County and am familar with local customs. The Office of the Public Defender was probably assigned at his first court date,...

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Charged with pc 417 a 1 can I avoid the 30 day minimum jail time? I am willing to do caltrans or whatever else there is.

Depending on the facts of the case you may have a defense or mitigating circumstances that can help you avoid incarceration. Please feel free to...

Is it possible to get work release or probation in San Diego, CA after serving jail time for a felony in Illinois?

People released from prison are normally required to serve some time under parole supervision. You will need to speak with a defense attorney...

I received a DUI and currently attending an 18 month Driver Safety Program. As required by DMV and or COURT.

If you are having trouble meeting your class commitments you should contact your attorney to see if any accomadations can be made, such as...

Can it be used in court or would it not count as evidence?

The messages are evidence. They're relevant to establish a pre-existing relationship, which may be an element of his defense. Whether the...

Criminal Pro Rata Restitution

In some rare circumstances it is possible, such as in a large multi-defendant case where different groups of co-defendants committed separate acts...

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My boyfriend got three years in state prison for a non violent sex crime on a minor. How long will he do? Might be 1/2 time?

It's unlikely that a "sex crime on a minor" resulting in a three year sentence would be considered nonviolent under California law. A violent...

Will I be charged with multiple counts of hit an run?

The district attorney's office will review reports prepared by law enforcement and can charge you with separate counts of hit and run depending on...

Can my kids testify on my behalf so i wont do jail time?

Your son could be called as a witness to what happened that night, but I don't see how that would help your case. If you're convicted, either by...