$200.00 demand letter from New York attorney for shoplifting in CA

You should consult a defense attorney in the Orange County area regarding this case. A civil compromise is sometimes possible in misdemeanor...

Can I clear a misdemeanor bench warrant issued in California out of state?

California Penal Code section 977 permits attorneys to appear without the client in misdemeanor matters. You should contact a defense attorney in...

How can a felony charge be dropped at the arriangment?

The victim in a case doesn't "press charges." What happens is a police report of the incident is provided to the D.A.'s office, and based on the...

I am on probation in sand diego,ca i have a medical marijuana card , may i smoke marijauna

If the terms of your probation does not permit you to use drugs (which is normal), you will need to return to court to have a judge determine if...

Yes, a qualified officer can testify at a preliminary hearing to statements he personally heard from witnesses. This is known as a "Prop 115"...

How likely is a judge to lower bail when the charge is murder and the bail is 1 million?

Bail is normally set according to a "schedule" when a person is arrested. The schedule will provide a certain amount associated with a certain...

To be an accessory to a crime you have to participate in some manner. Mere knowledge and/or presence will not normally result in a conviction. ...

I was pulled over for not having a seatbelt on i also do not have a drivers license's what do i do it is my first ticket?

If you cannot afford an attorney the judge will assign a public defender to represent you. Your attorney whould be able to negotiate a deal with...

I'm 19, charged with petty theft(first offence). clean record...

You need not plead guilty because you can't afford an attorney. The judge will assign a public defender to represent you if you're charged with a...

How long can a person serve if they are on the third dui?

A DUI with two priors will result in a minimum of 120 days custody. The time can be increased based on the facts of the new DUI, as well as...