Should I contest my running a red light ticket and no front headlight ticket?

Assuming you don't mind putting up "bail money" you might wish to first have a trial by written declaration. This requires the officer to submit...

I would not advise you going to a police station and broadcasting you have a warrant. If you are to go at this without the assistance of counsel,...

I was a victim in a fraud case. The defendant was sentenced to 5 yrs probation and ordered to pay restitution.

You should be contacting the District Attorney who prosecuted the case. The criminal attorneys on Avvo are defense attorneys and no one could give...

How many petty thefts misdemeaners make a felony

Because of the greater prison commitments anticipated by the passing of Chelsea's Law on September 9, the legislature amended Penal Code section...

What is the most likely punishment?

A lot will depend on what courthouse you are in within the county. The most important difference will be juvenile or adult court. If you are an...

I wasw charged with pc 211 first degree and i have prison proir

Each prison prior can add a year on top of the robbery prison sentence. If convicted, you/he is looking at a lengthy prison sentence. ...

Can I file a motion to modify probation more than one time?

You can file a new motion to modify your probation so long as your previous attempt was not denied "with prejudice." Be careful in not refiling...

Is it legel for a male detective to seach a female (putting his hands in her pockets) when a female detective is on site

Your more important concern should be your boyfriend's case! If he was not on probation/4th waiver then he might have a good suppression issue...

Will I lose my license if I have been convicted of a VC 23103A ?

Your driving privileges should not be suspended for the Wet Reckless criminal court conviction. It will add 2 points to your driving record....

Open container

You and your son should be consulting with locally experienced attorneys, especially if he was cited for a misdemeanor violation, as opposed to...