DUI

Depending on which courthouse in San Bernardino County, the outcome can vary significantly. If the new charge cannot be avoided, the Court will...

If somebody gets a ticket for having an a beer. An open container in public,a mandatory court appearance.

If you were cited for a misdemeanor, appearance is mandatory (or you can hire an attorney to appear on your behalf.) If you were cited for an...

LA County--received cell phone ticket--not holding the phone, in hand t have it on Speaker mode next to me?

The law actually provides "A person shall not drive a motor vehicle while using a wireless telephone unless that telephone is specifically designed...

Los Angeles Traffic Court: first time cell phone violation ticket, but when not being on arraignment, Judge set bail at $500.

Yes, you can request bail be reduced. The Judge has the discretion to set bail at the statutory level or waive the posting of bail pending a...

What are the repercussions for a night time park violation in Chino, Ca and what can I expect in court?

Without the exact Municipal Code section (or penal code section), you won't be able to get a precise answer. Most misdemeanors have a maximum...

A judge can reinstate work release as many times as he or she wants. The real question is WILL they reinstate. It sounds like you were given a...

Can I get fired?

This is best asked of an employment attorney. What I can tell you is that it depends on what type of employment you have. If you are a contract...

Which one holds more weight age?

What you tell the officer has an impact in the criminal proceedings but it is not dispositive. When you go to court, you have an absolute right to...

Can the DA push to go to trial based on my past criminal record and not what Im incarcerated for?

There are only three ways a case ends: trial, plea bargain, or dismissal. If the DA does not dismiss the case and does not make any 'offers', the...

Can we place restraining order on him?

Anyone can request a restraining order for any other person. Whether or not it will be granted is another story. Without more facts it is hard to...