Is it possible to get my 1st time DUI probation terminated early?

As long as you've paid off all fee, fines, and restitution; and completed all court ordered classes and/or work service, you may be a candidate for...

Can i still be prosecuted if their was no police envoled?

Just because you didn't speak with an officer doesn't mean the store didn't contact the police and have a report written. A police report would...

My friend 23 never arrested before has an arraignement on Oct 4th for "resisting arrest" no arrest. Is lawyer needed on date?

Penal code section 148 deals with delaying or obstructing a peace officer in his duties. This often occurs when a person gives an officer a hard...

My brother is being charged with robbery he has no acknowledgement of what happened there are no witnesses, what could hAppen?

Your brother should obtain a free consultation from a defense attorney as soon as possible. If there is anything to clear up, the defense attorney...

The Fifth Amendment guarantees “no person shall be compelled in any criminal case to be a witness against himself.” This right is designed to...

What are the penalties for marijuana possession?

Possession of marijuana without a prescription is a crime in California. Depending on the circumstances (such as the ammount possessed and the...

How can i get a Petty Theft infraction expunged, Also I am applying for a job at a bank, will they still hire me with the Inf?

An infraction is not a criminal conviction. Thus, it cannot be expunged. If asked if you have a "conviction" you can truthfully answer "No."

What are my chances?

Felony sales/transportation cannot be later reduced to a misdemeanor absent extraordinary circumstances. A person committed to prison cannot...

How much time does a inmate have to file a appeal

You need to file a "notice of appeal" within 60 days of sentencing. Once that is done, if you don't already have an appellate attorney one will be...

Can a legal resident convicted of robbery get deported aftherserving his 2 year sentence?

A violation of California Penal Code section 211 is considered under Federal immigration law to be both a crime of moral turpitude and an...