There is ALWAYS a chance that someone that has been accused of wrongdoing may be charged, and ultimately, convicted. Prior criminal history plays a...

Google CA penal code section 1203.4 (expungement statute). Typically, you have to have successfully completed probation (in your case, June 1,...

Will Search Warrant hold up in Court? Also how long can they hold "seized" items? Detained for 3 days, no charges filed?

Prosecuting agencies typically have one year in which to file charges. It appears law enforcement is holding the seized property as potential...

Formal Probation & Jail Alternatives?

Formal probation means that you will have an assigned probation officer to whom you must report and follow his/her instructions (seek employment,...

I recently just went to jail for the first time in my life for petty theft and i have a court date in two months.I really want

A misdemeanor conviction may definitely affect your eligibility to obtain a nursing license in California. You should check with the licensing...

I obtained a misdemeanor for lewdness, i was told that after jail time it would be dropped but 3yrs laters its not. how expunge

You should post in an area where Duval county practitioners can respond. The laws for expungement differ from jurisdiction to jurisdiction. For...

Is this false arrest?

Criminal trespass is a separate and distinct crime from violating a restraining or stay away order. It appears your brother-in-law has filed a...

Can a contract for services performed be changed at threat of non payment?

It depends on what your original contract says. Is there a provision that specifically states the company is permitted to change the terms of the...

Do I need to put County retail theft on a job application?

What does the job application specifically ask? Many job applications only ask if you have ever been convicted of a felony. Depending on the job...

5 days ago, my 17 yr old son was arrested, miranda rights, searched, and questioned before they realized he was a minor.

You should first speak with an experienced criminal defense attorney licensed to practice law in your jurisdiction, before having any further...