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A young man has been accused of Rape by a female that "Thinks" he may have raped her.

Stephen's answer | Answered on March 25, 2013

Get an attorney, do not admit anything to the police, and don't give up your rights! The police will not try to help you even if they appear...

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Should i plead not guilty for dui and get a public defender. or should i just plead guilty and go with it.

Stephen's answer | Answered on March 25, 2013

Absolutely speak to an attorney. You can get a free consultation and review what you do remember. As mentioned already, do NOT discuss this with...

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Do I need a criminal attorney or should I let my d.a handle it?

Stephen's answer | Answered on March 25, 2013

Get an attorney! Based on what you are saying... There could be good defenses to your case. Do not let the DA take advantage of the situation and...

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Are you better off hiring a big firm or an independent lawyer for felony theft/embezzlement case?

Stephen's answer | Answered on March 25, 2013

I agree with the answers posted.. Ultimately, go get a free consultation and ask questions! Ask how many cases the attorney has at one time. A...

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Someone I know was charged with 11377 (A) HS & 11364 HS. They had already been given pc1000 but failed to attend

Stephen's answer | Answered on March 22, 2013

How long as it been since he attended the PC1000? Generally, the courts will reinstate you into the program at least once before any real issues...

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CA Infraction 22350 speeding 14 over speed limit ; Also infraction 12951A driving without license in possession

Stephen's answer | Answered on March 22, 2013

Set it for trial and hope officer does not show. Then your case would be dismissed. VC22350 requires the officer to prove that the speed was...

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My 23 year old son was ticketed for shoplifting twice within a 3month period.. At his last court appearence they offered him 18

Stephen's answer | Answered on March 22, 2013

18 months probation is pretty good considering two separate theft cases.. Normally, a court would impose 36 months probation on these charges. Is...

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How do i get away from not serving mandatory jail time for a warrant for driving on a suspended license?

Stephen's answer | Answered on March 21, 2013

What was it suspended for? Usually jail time for a misdemeanor offense like this would actually be "work release" or "house arrest". If you have...

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I've been charged with possession of a controlled substance, and possession of paraphernalia. (both misdemeanors)

Stephen's answer | Answered on March 21, 2013

These answers are correct. If there was any drugs or residue in the pipe, you can be charged with possession. In order to be convicted of...

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On 03/19/2013 I had got caught stealing , the police officer who gave me the ticket said it was petty theft can I got to jail

Stephen's answer | Answered on March 21, 2013

As mentioned, the maximum punishment for misdemeanor theft is 180 days county jail. Most counties offer a diversion program for first time...

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A young man has been accused of Rape by a female that "Thinks" he may have raped her.

Should i plead not guilty for dui and get a public defender. or should i just plead guilty and go with it.

Do I need a criminal attorney or should I let my d.a handle it?

Are you better off hiring a big firm or an independent lawyer for felony theft/embezzlement case?

Someone I know was charged with 11377 (A) HS & 11364 HS. They had already been given pc1000 but failed to attend

CA Infraction 22350 speeding 14 over speed limit ; Also infraction 12951A driving without license in possession

My 23 year old son was ticketed for shoplifting twice within a 3month period.. At his last court appearence they offered him 18

How do i get away from not serving mandatory jail time for a warrant for driving on a suspended license?

I've been charged with possession of a controlled substance, and possession of paraphernalia. (both misdemeanors)

On 03/19/2013 I had got caught stealing , the police officer who gave me the ticket said it was petty theft can I got to jail