Is it to late to ask for a speedy trial in a felony criminal case?

You have two separate "speedy rights." First, is the right to a speedy preliminary hearing, which is within 10 court days from arraignment. If...

Can't get my license back due to outrageous court fees! Help?!

The likelihood of getting a restricted license with outstanding fines and a DUI is slim. As far as paying the fines, one way is to go to court and...

I was detained in jail once but never charged. Will this show up on LiveScan?

It probably will show up. Arrests usually do. There is a procedure in California (Penal Code, section 851.8) called a Petition for Factual...

I have a felony child abuse conviction. I also have a previous one from 17 years ago. Can I still get them reduced and exspung

It is unlikely that you would be able to convince any court to "expunge" a 17 year old conviction, especially with a newer conviction for the same...

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A straight answer for a not-so-straight question: Failure to pay a taxi driver is considered theft. By chasing you to get payment, or detain you...

Is house arrest an option for a first time felon

If there is an "immigration hold" there will be no release options until that issue is resolved. An Immigration lawyer is a must. If the hold is...

The answer depends in part upon whether it is a felony or misdemeanor case. If a misdemeanor, Pretrial conferences are held between the defendant...

The "gang allegation" is the most troubling. I am uncertain how such an allegation might be connected to the other charges. Competent counsel who...