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How do I begin the process of attacking a guilty plea as invalid? Reas: Inadequate defense & unwarranted search of IPAD.
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Answered on December 31, 2014
There are time limits for many of the options you have at this point AFTER a guilty plea, and in many instances the DA will require a waiver of...
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8 years ago I kissed a girl who was 17 at the time. Is there any possibility of criminal charges?
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Answered on December 31, 2014
If it was "consensual" you should be fine after 8 years . . . without any concerns at all.
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Plea agreement signed, sentencing date is 6 months from pre trial. Is our attorney aloud to extend the sentence date?
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Answered on December 31, 2014
It is the COURT that changes / extends dates. It is certainly "allowable" for your attorney to ask - but in the end - it is up to the Court. I...
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I've been dating this guy for 2 years, I am 16 and he is 19. Is this illegal?
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Answered on December 31, 2014
This is illegal. It is a violation of PC 261.5.
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Will a probation officer notify probationer if violation is suspected?
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Answered on December 31, 2014
It totally depends on the probationer, the probation officer and the new offense (violation).
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What might happen in court ? Please answer
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Answered on December 31, 2014
The answer to your question is yes - the Court "can" move it to juvi. However, you should consult with your attorney at eth hearing next month to...
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Do you agree with the lawyer with whom I spoke?
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Answered on December 31, 2014
agree, the question is "do you want to have a misdemeanor conviction on your record"? And if you do not - consult an attorney about working...
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Do I have a chance to beat this case if I have priors?
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Answered on December 31, 2014
Having priors for the same conduct you are currently charged with will not help at all. The story is complicated -- I would definitely consult a...
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I received a subpoena/summons to appear in Louisiana as a defense witness in a felony trial. I live in Los Angeles, CA.
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Answered on December 31, 2014
For a subpoena from one state to be valid in another, the interstate compact rules and procedures must be followed - usually tat means a judge from...
Penal Code 422; Criminal Threats and self-defense
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Answered on December 31, 2014
the answer is to part 2 is much easier - yes threatening someone against testifying is a very very serious crime. don't do it.
the first part...