How can background checks be done and what happens after expungement?

Anyone can go to the local courthouse and ask to see the file of the case. Most employers (or whoever is doing a background check) can use your...

Does an arrest warrant

it depends on the type of warrant. However, a typical criminal arrest warrant will have the charge or charges listed but not necessarily the dates...

Can I get off probation as as soon as possible and get off that fourth waiver as well my case is from a felony to a misdemeanor

Having a charge reduced from a felony to a misdemeanor is generally a very good thing, In general, a defendant can bring a motion to terminate...

If I am accepted into House Arrest at IRC in L.A., can a judge not accept the time served when I return to court to show proof?

It depends on the judge as well as the DA. If the DA is OK with alternatives to custody, chances are the court will be OK with the alternative as...

Will my boyfriend and I get in trouble?

The BF's mother could call the police, but I would think that would be a bad idea. It is the BF who is allegedly in possession of child...

What can I do if i'm currently commited for bi-polar disorder and have an arraignment scheduled for tomorrow?

The citation was likely for a misdemeanor (or possibly an infraction). You can retain an attorney to appear for him to inform the court that he is...

In this case, I would have an attorney contact the local prosecutor's office to inquire about any charges. The DA has up to one year from the time...

Can they take my section 8 when it should be an illegal search since he was not in my home and there was no search warrant

In general, one would only lose their Section 8 housing if they were convicted of a crime of a certain type or they allowed someone else who was...

You are not obligated to talk to anyone about the case. If there is an issue with the investigator, contact the defense attorney and let him know...

How much time does a court reporter have to produce the transcript from criminal trial once the notice of appeal is filed?

From my experience, it seems that most court reporters are very busy with their daily work load. Since one cannot reasonably be expected to...