Expungement

The first attorney's answer is excellent - the only thing I'll add is that, depending upon the county, a PC 1203.4 form may be available on the...

Deadline on suing the police or an accuser?

With regard to filing a lwsuit against the police and/or accuser - your cuase of action would be for what is called malicious prosecution (possibly...

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I am 17 years old i have not lived with my mom for 2 years now what are my legall rights?

Because you're still a minor (under the age of 18) - you legally cannot enter into contracts, get medical services, or obtain employment without...

If an inmate was released from the work release program and the same day was told he has a detainer on him...

It sounds like there's a hold on your friend (what you're calling a 'detainer') - which typically mens that another jurisdiction issued an arrest...

Two photo tickets in AZ. Do they go on my record in CA(licensed in CA)? Affect Insurance?

I think its a toss up whether CA catches them - supposedly all the state DMVs have what is called 'reciprocity' - info obtained by one is shared...

Am i still banned? when would i receive the civil demands?

The first answer to your question is really informative and complete. The only thing I want to add is that I'm not sure you have to stay out of...

I live in new york and it has been over ten years since my arrest, can i have my record sealed for employment reasons?

Contact a local attorney who takes criminal cases - I'm in CA, and not familiar with NY statutes. CA allows an individual to file a petition...

Most jurisdictions now try juveniles as adults with serious or violent felony charges (which a premeditated murder is considered). The factors the...

I was arrested but went through a pretrial diversion program was I still convicted?

You can truthfully answer "no" - since there is not record of conviction. Good Luck & God Bless.

Diversion program

Check the court's and DA's websites - that may tell you, or google "petty theft and diversion in Santa Cruz County". Good Luck & God Bless.