Considering asking the judge to give me jail time in lieu of paying my fines?

Did you already enter a plea of no contest or guilty? What did you plead to? Yes, you can certainly ask to convert the fines to jail, but you...

My bro was granted Own Recognizance release in California. his court is scheduled in august 19. but he bought nonrefundable air

Your brother should be able to travel out of state, assuming the judge did not order him to not leave the county/state without court permission. ...

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Probation violation

Consult with a criminal defense attorney immediately. During that confidential consultation, provide the attorney with the facts and circumstances...

I am being charged with a 459 p.c. The value is over a thousand.

You will most likely be charged with a felony due to the value amount. The good news is that since you have no criminal record, there are a...

My bf got arrested for pc243E1 i didnt & dont want to press charges his bail is at 25,000 . Is there anyway he can get released?

Your boyfriend can be released if he posts the bond. Despite you not wanting to press charges, once the police are aware of any potential domestic...

I lied about dv incidents and have no marks or witnesses. my fiance was arrested and has priors,do we have a chance to beat it

Domestic violence cases are never black and white, and I am sure yours is no exception. I strongly suggest you or your fiancee, if he is...

What can happen to my brother and me?

What was the value of the items taken? Do you have a prior record? These are some of the factors that are taken into consideration in regards to...

Will court understand me not working anymore, because my mother is ill, and I have been taking care of her.

You need to explain everything to your public defender--if you have been taking care of your mother, you need to show proof (medical records, etc.)...

Hit and Run and Petty Theft for Gas Pump Detachment?

There does not appear to be sufficient evidence to file or convict the hit and run charge. Where is the evidence that you hit any property? Yes,...

I'm under informal probation for a hit and run, and I just got a traffic tickek?

Unfortunately, as you are aware by now, you could be charged with a misdemeanor for the driving on a suspended license or driving without a...