I've been a registered sex offender since 1990 in California. Can I get off the registry?

It is my understanding the expungement alone would not remove you from the list. It is my further understanding that a Certificate of...

Unintentional mistake, caught shoplifting

I do not believe that the arrest would be a false arrest as she did leave the store with the items concealed in her purse, albeit she says she...

I WAS PULLED OVER OFFICER FOUND AMPHETAMINE IN POCKET ALL MY CLOTHES WERE STOLENOUT OF CAR JEANS ON WERE NOT MINE HE TOOK MY NYD

The officer is presuming that the pants are yours because you were wearing them. However, a presumption is not sufficient for conviction. You...

The DA does have a few years in which to file felony criminal complaints, the exact number of years varies according to the crime to be charged. ...

I was apprehended at Walmart and charged with 488 petty theft for shoplifting $432.oo worth of merchandise.

I agree with the other attorneys that you should retain a private attorney, who is an experienced criminal defense attorny, to help you with...

Do I deserve less cause I was a passenger in the car at fault in a DUI accident?

I would recommend that you consult with a personal injury attorney. If I understand your question, it is the other two parties who are saying...

Charged with 4 counts of armed robbery. Prosecution is offering 15 years and 4 strikes.

An attorney cannot properly answer your question without having more information. If you are currently represented, you should address your...

You have an absolute right not to speak to the authorities. If you do decide to speak with the detective, I would strongly recommend that you...

How can I expunge a petty theif from my record?

You would be eligible to apply for expungement under 1203.4 of the California Penal Code when you are off probation. You can either wait for the...

Can you expunge a felony or does it have to be reduced to a misdemenor first?

A felony conviction does not have to be reduced to a misdemeanor in order to have the charge expunged. Not all felonies can be reduced. You...