First offender - I got a DUI last Friday in City of Industry,CA on 9/5/2014, do I need a lawyer?

Well…let's see. You are looking at a license suspension, steep fines, a drunk driving course, probation, possibly jail time, and additional...

How do I request a diversion program?

How many questions are you planning to ask about your being found on the beach with an open container? Get an attorney. He will work with you to...

DV case - Do I need to answer or return call from "victims advocate"?

My colleagues have stated what's true- you don't have to talk with the advocate but must comply with a subpoena. Good luck.

Background checks for shoplifting?

Are you in juvenile or criminal court?

At your first court appearance, your attorney, which I hope you plan to hire immediately, will enter pleas of not guilty, obtain a copy of the...

My colleagues have answered your question expertly. You may want to speak with either of them.

It depends. As to the expungement- you will need to successfully complete probation and not get in trouble on anything else. Regarding the...

Target Muslim murdered in Paris. Suspect arrested. Confesses he got idea to kill Muslim from person posting on web site:

This is not a forum to discuss international law.

How long can a drug possession case go thru court process before a sentence or dismissal?

Criminal cases can drag on, especially where the defendant is willing to waive speedy trial rights.

Hello i am wondering if hiring an attorney can help me? i am the victim in a D.V case, with my husband, i do not want to testify

You should absolutely speak with an attorney, especially if your testimony may differ from statements you previously made (under oath or...