How will this effect my future

You should be tried in juvenile court even if you turn 18. Since you don't have a record, you will probably qualify for 654.2 informal probation....

The period for the statute of limitations on these types of misdemeanors is one year. It's possible that you can be prosecuted for the prior...

23103. (a) A person who drives a vehicle upon a highway in willful or wanton disregard for the safety of persons or property is guilty of reckless...

Who is the best lawyer in san jose for homicide cases?

Look on AVVO for a lawyer that practices criminal defense. You want to make sure the lawyer has experience doing homicide trials. You can also...

I was caught shoplifting at Sears, in the state of CA.I got a Ticket for a citation since i was charged as a misdemeanor.

You should retain an attorney that will be able to spend enough time on your case. You should avoid being convicted of petty theft if at all...

What it is a parent to do?

You wouldn't be the one pleading guilty. Your child would. It's not guilty in juvenile court. It's admitting the charges as "true." If you cannot...

Is a stay of proceedings technically charges pending?

If you have not been convicted and the case was continued into the future, charges are pending.

Are there grounds for a restraining order against me? Giving up on a friend I care about, how can I protect my reputatation?

He has made it clear that he does not want to communicate with you. If you continue, he can get a restraining order. Don't text, call, email or...

I am fighting for full custody of my son, i have a dui and a pending case for stchatory rape.. read below

There are too many factors to answer this question in a single post. Any type of rape charge is going to hurt your chances at full custody. ...

Can I start serving time on a work release before being charged with the crime by the courts?

You will not be able to start your work release until you have been convicted of the DUI. Once you plead guilty, you will be able to start. Since...