Do I need to hire a lawyer?

I agree.. just keep in mind that whomever the new attorney is will likely need time to be prepared for trial - which may delay the case even more. ...

Do i have to pay a civil claim under california penal code 490.5.? They are asking 325.00

I agree.. it is a paper mill firm out of FL with one licensed CA attorney. As mentioned, throw it in the trash.. You will receive a few more with...

Do I still have a case? If not, aside from filing complaint with the police, what else can I do?

You should get a civil attorney. You can discuss the issues of a claim against the police with the attorney. Keep in mind there are filing...

I have a investigation i smoked marijuana while pregnant, csw told me I had to test. Both test negative, when is it closing?

Why would you smoke marijuana when pregnant?

Restraining Order

Well, sounds like your husband is not being very active in getting her to stop. Maybe he should go get the restraining order so any contact made...

Son's [15] ticket at UC campus states "possess tobacco paraphernalia". Cop & statute say about $80, notice arrived for $397.

Set it for trial. 80.00 does not include the court penalties & assesments so that is why it adds up to 397.00. Seems a little extreme for the...

Where can we get free help with filling out expungement paperwork?

Did he plead guilty to anything? If not, there is nothing to expunge. If the DA did not file, the DMV can still take administrative action...

I can pretty much assure you that going to DMV will not get you arrested. If you have additional civil assessments for failure to pay, it can add...

I'm charged with a 476 wobbler as a felony, can I ask the DA for a misdemeanor?

Not to be redundant but everyone here is wise and you seem like an intelligent young adult but it is never a good idea to do this yourself. What...

I have a petty theft on my record, i apply at a job and i wasen't hired because that showed on my background check

Agreed.. You need to file a 1203.4 motion and get this case "expunged" The case is old and I would imagine you completed and complied with all...