If the judge gave you five days to find a defense attorney it's highly unlikely that judge will give you any additional time for you to get some...

Do I need a lawyer for a first time DUI charge? I was arrested on federal property

Your defense attorney is in the best position to intervene to protect your interests in both court and before the DMV. The consequences of a...

Is it okay to give the name case information when trying to hire an attorney?

For the most part defense attorneys in San Diego County are professionals and should not take it personally if a defendant seeks a a second...

How can I get a sentence modification, the probation assessment lacks facts

If you are set for sentencing and the judge has discretion as to sentencing then you need to sit down with your defense attorney and talk about...

I have a public defender, already plea guilty base on his advice don't feel his helping me.

The role of a defense attorney is to serve as a counselor and advocate for the accused. As a legal counselor, the defense attorney should explain...

I have a bench warrant for my arrest, i printed out the Petition for Dismissal packet whats my next step after mailing it in?

You will need to appear in court to have the warrant lifted. That requires you go the courthouse and wait in line at the Criminal Business Office...

These are my boyfriends charges 29800(A)(1) PC FELON POSS FIREARM 30305(A)(1) PC PROHIBIT OWN/ETC AMMO/ETC

It's important that your boyfriend's defense attorney act as soon as possible to gather all the facts so that attorney can intervene to keep this...

I just got my first DUI and the DMV is saying it is my second because of an MIP i got when I was under 21. Is this right?

The criminal courts and the DMV are two separate entities who deal with alcohol related incidents differrently. You have the right to request a...

Arrested dui .13 breath test. No hit no over speed. Stopped at the scene of an accident. Can I will over dui case with no record

Most defense attorneys in San Diego County provide free consultations, so you have nothing to lose by calling and discussing the particulars of...

Should I hire an attorney?

Just because you weren't charged at the initial arraignment date does not mean a case is not being investigated by law enforcement or considered by...