My 18 year old son recently got arrested and DA is trying to charge him with something that he was not even arrested for.

I agree with my colleagues. If you can get together the funds, you are probably better off retaining a private attorney because he/she can devote...

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

Such a request is made to the judge. There are several ways to accomplish your goal. Get the help of an attorney--don't try to do this on your own.

My colleagues are correct in their calculations. This is a serious matter. Many of us on Avvo provide a free consultation so make some calls.

I was in back seat of car when cops rolled up. The guy in front seat handed me his meth a pipe.He would not claim and I was

You need to consult some attorneys who can help you. Many of us on Avvo provide a free consultation, so make a few calls.

I received a DUI on February 2011, but my case does not show up in the automated payment system for my court fine. What do i do?

Contact the clerk's office and inquire.

I didn't sign up for my community service hours on time for my carpool lane ticket I am not two days late..what should i do?

Get into court ASAP and ask for an extension.

California Law Question: I can prove that the District Attorney's office, knowingly filed false documents to the trial court

Mr. Hill's advice is sound-- be careful.

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

Seek a dismissal (also referred to as an expungement) under Penal Code section 1203.4.

Im looking for a crimal defense lawyer for my felony

You can search Avvo for an attorney in your area. Make some calls and get some help.

What does this mean?? (CRIMINAL CASE) HEARING(AFTER CERT/HTA)RE: REQUEST TO CALENDAR BY PUBLIC DEFENDER

You should contact his public defender with this question, since the entry suggests that his public defender asked for a hearing.