Questions answered by Maltaise E Cini

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Is it going to go on my record? How much fine should I expect?

Maltaise's answer | Answered on November 17, 2013

You should be more concerned with keeping this off your record than the amount of the fine. Shoplifting is considered a crime of moral turpitude. ...

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Will having a warrant in AZ cause any issue at border crossing upon returning to California from Mexico ?

Maltaise's answer | Answered on November 17, 2013

Yes, having a warrant could cause your friend to be taken into custody at the border. However given that this is a misdemeanor he does not need to...

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If I have a criminal case against me for child stealing and da wants to access jv case to add charges why is my lawyer allowing

Maltaise's answer | Answered on November 17, 2013

You are represented by counsel and that is the person you should be addressing your questions to. Your attorney is in the best position to address...

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A friend of mine was arrested in DC for alleged assault. At a Washington, D.C. Hotel. Heavily watched by secret service .

Maltaise's answer | Answered on November 17, 2013

Your friend needs to be represented by an attorney both in LA for his probation violation and in DC. He may be facing federal charges in...

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Is there any way for someone to find out if there is a warrant for their arrest without going to the police station unprepared?

Maltaise's answer | Answered on November 15, 2013

Many of the courts have public websites where you can check to see if a case has been filed against you. You can also hire an attorney to check...

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My son was charged w/2 counts of 11378HS, 3counts of 11350(A)HS, 1count of 11377(A)HS, 11364.1(A)HS. He was offered 180days.

Maltaise's answer | Answered on November 15, 2013

The DA is not obligated to keep the offer open. There was an offer and then your son missed his court appearance and stayed away for a year. You...

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What happens if i get a warrant if arrest?

Maltaise's answer | Answered on November 15, 2013

You need to get the warrant recalled ASAP. An attorney can appear in court for you without you appearing and have the warrant recalled. You do...

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What do I do? Someone has filed a restraining order against me

Maltaise's answer | Answered on November 14, 2013

Restraining orders can have very serious consequences. You need to hire an attorney so that you can adequately address the issues in the...

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I'm in prop 36 and a bench warrant for hs11550a is already issued what should I do?

Maltaise's answer | Answered on November 14, 2013

You want to let your attorney know and return to court ASAP so that the warrant will be withdrawn and you will hopefully be re-instated in Prop. 36.

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Does the first deal on any case stay on the table

Maltaise's answer | Answered on November 14, 2013

The DA is not obligated to keep an offer open. Sometimes they will state that the offer is good for a period of time but they can change the offer...

Maltaise E Cini's Answers (1846)

Is it going to go on my record? How much fine should I expect?

Will having a warrant in AZ cause any issue at border crossing upon returning to California from Mexico ?

If I have a criminal case against me for child stealing and da wants to access jv case to add charges why is my lawyer allowing

A friend of mine was arrested in DC for alleged assault. At a Washington, D.C. Hotel. Heavily watched by secret service .

Is there any way for someone to find out if there is a warrant for their arrest without going to the police station unprepared?

My son was charged w/2 counts of 11378HS, 3counts of 11350(A)HS, 1count of 11377(A)HS, 11364.1(A)HS. He was offered 180days.

What happens if i get a warrant if arrest?

What do I do? Someone has filed a restraining order against me

I'm in prop 36 and a bench warrant for hs11550a is already issued what should I do?

Does the first deal on any case stay on the table