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Charged as a juvenile lifer, what now?

Karren's answer | Answered on January 27, 2013

You need to consult with a lawyer has experience with murder cases. I offer a free consultation and work with another lawyer who specializes in...

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What is the statue of limitations on a non violent charge in the state of California.

Karren's answer | Answered on January 26, 2013

There may be speedy trial issues but a lot more info is needed to determine that. I would suggest investing in a criminal law attorney. Many of...

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Can an attorney who has resigned from the bar because of two counts of felony embezzlement from former clients ...

Karren's answer | Answered on January 25, 2013

It depends if the former attorney is on probation and if there are any specific conditions attached to the plea. Acting as a paralegal isn't...

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I have been charged with 5 accounts of grand theft through embezzlement. of a money I owed playing the pyramid. but I had to

Karren's answer | Answered on January 23, 2013

You need to hire a lawyer as soon as possible in order to start preparing your defense now. Depending on where you were at in the pyramid, your...

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My son was asked to accept a Plea Bargain of 1 year in mental instituation and 3 years probation for felony.

Karren's answer | Answered on January 23, 2013

Depending on the type of charges, he may have a defense. He needs an attorney to thoroughly evaluate his mental state. I would suggest reaching...

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I have a misdemeanor from 2000, will I be able to get a nursing license?

Karren's answer | Answered on January 22, 2013

Did you get the misdemeanor expunged? If not, that is an option for you. Here's a...

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Whats the most time he can get?

Karren's answer | Answered on January 22, 2013

That depends on what he was on probation for and what other prior convictions are on his rap sheet. He needs to consult with a lawyer to who can...

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If Prostitution charge gets dropped to something like Disturbing the Peace. What shows up on background checks?

Karren's answer | Answered on January 21, 2013

The arrest for prostitution and the conviction for disturbing the peace.

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Does a minor at the age of 17 HAVE TO show up at a rape case during a prelimnary hearing?

Karren's answer | Answered on January 21, 2013

The prosecution can proceed with hearsay evidence at the prelim, what the minor told the detective. The minor does not have to testify unless the...

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My son got a bench warrant arrest for not complying to show at court for driving with restricted license and bail is set to 7500

Karren's answer | Answered on January 19, 2013

If he hired an attorney, the attorney can go to court with him to get the warrant recalled and take care of it. Many of us on Avvo offer free...

Karren Melinda Kenney's Answers (241)

Charged as a juvenile lifer, what now?

What is the statue of limitations on a non violent charge in the state of California.

Can an attorney who has resigned from the bar because of two counts of felony embezzlement from former clients ...

I have been charged with 5 accounts of grand theft through embezzlement. of a money I owed playing the pyramid. but I had to

My son was asked to accept a Plea Bargain of 1 year in mental instituation and 3 years probation for felony.

I have a misdemeanor from 2000, will I be able to get a nursing license?

Whats the most time he can get?

If Prostitution charge gets dropped to something like Disturbing the Peace. What shows up on background checks?

Does a minor at the age of 17 HAVE TO show up at a rape case during a prelimnary hearing?

My son got a bench warrant arrest for not complying to show at court for driving with restricted license and bail is set to 7500