Regardless of the fact you case was dismissed, there will still be a record of the fact that formal charges were filed, in addition to the record...

It sounds like you have a pretty good grasp of things. There are mandatory fines on a first offense DUI; a mandatory alcohol program and a license...

I concur with Mr. Shapiro's reply; it's highly doubtful you'd get community service while you're on probation for a theft offense currently. You...

What to do?

Your son can bring what i clled a "Marsden" motion to have the PD relieved and get new appointed counsel. However, the grounds for such need to be...

That is highly doubtful; bench warrants (especially misdemeanor warrants) remain in what is called the criminal information index, which is a state...

What is the best way to fight an open container ticket in LA county?

Appear for your arraignment and tell the judge you'd like to set the matter for trial. If its an infraction, you're not entitled to be represented...

What is the current percent of time you serve in OC county Jail?

Each 14601 with a prior conviction carries with it a maximum of one year county jail; so with 3 probation violations and now a new case, the...

What are the dos and don't of house arrest?

House arrest programs are under the provisions of a county's probation department. When you get signed up for the program, you'll be given...

Detectives? i live over 300 miles from court. this is in CA

In addition, if records are being subpoena'd that involve you (employment records, telephone records, bank records, etc.) a 'notice to consumer'...

Can I file for restraining order and sue at the same time?

I'm not certain if its enough for a restraining order; typically a judge wants to see either an on-going pattern, or something very severe. You...