Where do they hold people awaiting trial for a criminal case when they have an immigration hold?

Normally, the person is held in the County Jail where their charges are pending. The Sherrif normally runs the County Jail and can provide...

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Misdeameanor charge (criminal)

The law and the facts in this question are quite complex. You need the assistance of a competent legal professional and should either retain...

Can a criminal protective order be dropped?

When the protective order is issued by the judge, it must be changed by the judge. Generally these orders can prohibit direct or indirect contact....

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My husband was arrested on 8/28/2009 and did not have arraingment until 9/3/2009.hw remained in jail the whole time

While your husband may have a civil claim for damages based upon delay in arraignment, this does not give rise to a defense against criminal charges.

Help with misdemeanor charge needed

Pleading guilty withour representation or the benefit of a plea bargain is like writing a blank check. Most misdemeanors in California are...

How do I obtain power of attorney over my mother who has a diagnosis of demetia and Schizophrenia.

A valif Power of Attorney requires that the person granting the Power be in possession of the faculties. Is your mother is not in possession of...

I am being charged with penal code section 484

You should definitely get a lawyer. This is a crime of moral turpitude which can follow you and hinder you for a long time in many aspirations and...

Under the CA penal code what is the maximum punishment that could be given for aggravated assault?

Unfortunately, this question can't really be answered without more information. Under Penal Code Section 245 (a) (1) assualt my means or force...

2 traffic tickets in San Diego CA

Unfortunately, they have a wicked collection system in California. If you don't appear on a case, you can clear up a failure to appear hold by...

Why is it so hard for prisoners to be able to recieve DNA testing that will prove innocence?

If the people are in prison, they presumably plead guilty or were convicted. There is long standing tradition in the law that judgments already...