Can I file a Motion to Dismiss ?

Unfortunately, the DA has what we call "two bites at the apple" on a felony. I'm guessing the previous advice regarding a motion to dismiss was...

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My bf got arrested for a shotgun shell and a taser flash light.they r bring up a silent strike what can I do to help fight this

There is no such thing as a "silent" strike. If he has a strike anywhere/anytime in his background, it will make his offer immediately double...

I've been charged with felony grand theft. I am accused of taking $1110 from the safe of the restaurant that I was a manager at.

At this point you should NOT answer the email. If you've been arrested, the police report is being written and forwarded to the District Attorney...

Is there any way in California to get some 10 year old misdemeanor convictions "sealed"? This charge would be 647(b).

You can only "seal" a record if it is for a juvenile who has now reached at least age 18 and is no longer on any form of probation (even as an...

What do I do now after getting a ticket for driving on a suspended license?

You are in a bit of a pickle. A driving on a suspended license after a DUI is a 14601.2 which has a minimum sentence of 10 days jail. Luckily,...

Does this constitute credit card fraud? I was an authorized user on my uncle's credit card.

Most fraud charges require an "intent" element - meaning they have to show you knew you weren't authorized to use it and did anyways. This could be...

Is it possible to appeal a case when you are being charged 201310 PC for a Screw Driver? I have documentation of all the service

As my colleagues hinted at, "appeal" implies he has already been convicted or plead guilty. If so, he has 60 days to file the notice of appeal. If...

When a 17(b) is granted, the code section says it shall be a misdemeanor "for all purposes" so hopefully the record check will only show...

Hi, could you please let me know about how much it would cost to get a felony reduced to a misdemeanor and expunged. Thank you.

It will be a simpler (and therefore cheaper) process if you did NOT violated probation. If you did violate probation along the way, you will need...

If felony was dismissed, how to answer if ever been convicted of felony on job application

The answer is "no." That is the benefit of an expungement and Drug court.