If my son took plead no contest for a felony dui with gbi and got sentenced to 4 1/2 years with a strike and waived his trial

You have asked a number of questions here. I would like to respond to each and every one in turn. The problem is more information is needed to...

Shoplifting charges over $50, do I need a lawyer?

Mr. Dane is correct- a theft conviction will likely impair your ability to find work. Your best option is to find a criminal defense attorney who...

Can anyone tell me how much longer my boyfriend will do?

Unfortunately, nobody here knows enough to have an opinion on this issue. Your boyfriend should check with the jail to determine his release date.

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I have a 10 Year Old case that I am fighting. I am wondering if a Serna Motion would apply due to the fact that it is so old.

What are the current charges? My colleagues are correct that speedy trial motions may prove fruitful here, as would a demurrer on the ground the...

It is not too late. Felonies with a grant of probation may generally be expunged if probation was successfully completed. Speak with a local...

My son was cited for 25662 (a) B&P. He is 18, and drinking a beer, walking home from a party. Should he use an attorney?

A violation of this Section is a misdemeanor. If convicted, the defendant will face a $250 fine ($500 for second or subsequent violations), between...

I'm being charged with residential burglary and the judge is gonna give me 2 years...but I had absolutely nothing to do with it.

Have you already entered a plea? If so, you need to immediately speak with an attorney to withdraw the plea. Since there appears to be no grant of...

Is there a link that I can check and see if a California driver's license is suspend?

The Department of Motor Vehicles should be contacted. You should check with your local office. Good luck!

1. If an officer witnessed my crime, does he then still have to read my Miranda rights?

Mr. Finnecy is correct that Miranda warnings need only be given when a suspect is subjected to CUSTODIAL INTERROGATION. A person is in custody when...

How can I introduce foundational evidence about Caller ID Spoofing in a criminal probation violation hearing?

Mr. Dane is correct. Lay persons can qualify as experts if they meet the criteria set out in the Evidence Code. You may in fact need an expert to...