What can I do to make the state drop the case? and can I be put into a diversion program and have the state charges dropped?

Juvenile court is about redemption (at least for defendants with little to no prior incidents). I recommend that you retain an experienced defense...

If my juvenile record is sealed, can law enforcement see the record still? What penal code authorizes police to still see it?

I think that the police can review a sealed juvenile record, but they have to either obtain a subpoena or get a court order. I do not believe they...

Should I get a criminal defense attorney ?

An individual cannot put someone in jail. That person must make a report to the police or prosecutor's office who would then decide whether to to...

Can a peer get my boyfriend and I in any trouble for under aged sex if she were to tell the police?

Any one can report a crime in California. Whether the police actually act on that report depends on a host of factors. Chances are the police and...

Yes, but I do not believe there is any civil remedy. If any action is to be taken, I would recommend filing a police report and/or contacting the...

Should I retain an attorney in case I am being investigated or indicted?

The answer is: Yes, retain an attorney and do it ASAP. That attorney can answer the questions and help avoid some/many/any of the consequences in...

What is her best option when a modification is needed. Because of missing understanding on information what should she do?

The defendant's attorney should go to court to obtain a continuance for the report date. I would recommend that the defendant keep in contact with...

What should I do? Should I go down to the sheriffs office? Should I get a lawyer?

California (as do most places) have a part of the population that has challenges. Unless there was a felony conviction in the past, I would not...

I am going to be giving the District Attorney a copy of petition for dismissal form. is there anything else i need to include?

There is really not enough information in this question to provide an adequate answer. However, in San Diego, if a defendant files a 1203.4...

I was caught shoplifting and I have to depart this country immediately.

I would recommend retaining an attorney to handle the situation. If it is a misdemeanor, that attorney can appear in court and do what needs to be...