Did the police try to enter my home illegally?

An exception to the warrant requirement is exigent circumstances. Generally speaking, if police need to prevent the immediate destruction of...

Can commissioners hear traffic infraction arraignments, motions, or trials (over an objection by the defendant)

This is right up Mr. Finnecy's alley. His answer is spot on. Does the benefit of having a judge outweigh the risk of having a pissed off judge?

The issue is whether a conviction for a petty theft offense would show up on a background check. The answer is yes. The "weight" that an...

Can I sue a person for libel if they submitted a letter to court that was meant to hurt my character in custody litigation?

Perfectly put by Mr. Saroian. The statements are likely privileged and fighting the statements could result in you facing an anti slapp motion.

My sister was sentenced to 180 days and I wanted to know how much timewill she be doing approximately and if she gets into the

180 day sentence on a misdemeanor where the client has spent 2 actual days in jail, roughly, equates to 70 actual days left to serve in San Diego...

Can i clear dismiss arrest record.?

I agree with what the other attorneys have said and wanted to expand a little bit on "factual innocence" and the uphill battle Mr. Dickinson...

I would like to get an dropped DUI arrest in CA expunged. Is this how to go about it? Will I need a lawyer?

I agree with what the other attorneys have said and wanted to expand a little bit on "factual innocence" and the uphill battle Mr. Dickinson...

I've been charged with petty theft for "stealing" marketing tools. i.e. wells fargo waterbottle, and a b of a chap stick. poss?

You say you were "charged" with petty theft.... what gives you that impression? As asked by some of the outstanding attorneys on here, were the...

I am looking for a DUI attorney, not to retain, but for advice. What would one charge for this service?

Contact an attorney privately and they should quote you an appropriate fee. There are several outstanding attorneys who've posted on here and...

The police lied and put a trespassing arrest on my record. How do I fix this?

Its important to make a critical distinction here. 1) Being arrested and no charges filed, or dismissal and no conviction = sealing records under...