The most often cited grounds for ineffective assistance of counsel is the lack of investigation. Sounds like your attorney is not adhering to the...

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What do I do?

I agree with my colleagues answers and would like to add a couple things. First, with regards to a possible probation violation. A violation has...

What to do next to prevent a misdemeanor? Do I contact the pd or wait until they do? Should I get a lawyer?

How did you become aware of the charges against you? If you received a letter in the mail then it probably informs you of the arraignment date. ...

House Iam staying with a friend in was raided I was cited not arrested for a pipevthey foubd in a room I was slleeping in.

Given the lack of criminal record and scant facts provided, you absolutely need to retain an attorney on this matter. Whether the pipe was in your...

Resisting arrest charge?

I assume its PC 148, which is a very liberal statute for law enforcement. "Resists, delays, or obstructs" is interpreted broadly. Trying to run...

Do I need to wait until I go before the judge to ask for an attorney if I can't afford to hire one?

Generally speaking, the Court will review your financial declaration at arraignment and decide whether you qualify for a public defender. This is...

Is it legal for the police to come back with a revised search warent a few days after a search and seizure has been done

Agree with my colleagues above. They did it right. There is no "double jeopardy" for search warrants.

Is security guard contracted by homeland security liable under the fourth amendment?

The Fourth Amendment applies only to government actors. Its likely the security guard is a government actor because he is contracted by the...

Can the Police do a search of your home without a Warrant?

Was this Legal? “(A) warrantless search, justified by a probation search condition, may extend to common areas, shared by non-probationers,...

How long is the usual probation period for a 2nd DUI in Orange County, CA.

I think your question has been answered at this point. But generally speaking, summary probation for five years for a second time DUI. It could...