My husband has been charge with corporal on a spouse and 4 prison terms •

As am alleged victim of domestic violence, you have certain rights that you can assert in connection with the case. Many of us on Avvo provide a...

Are prior strike enhancements mandatory?

No. A judge has the discretion to strike a prior if your attorney makes a motion to strike the prior. However, it is completely discretionary...

Why is my bail amout $15,000 when I have 1 count of 2nd degree burglery

Bail schedules are guidelines only, and the specific bail that is ultimately set is unique to each case and varies depending on a variety of...

Goin to court next week

My colleagues are correct. Make sure it's what you want rondo before entering the plea. There are very limited grounds to withdraw a plea once...

Would the jury give me jail time?

If you are under 18, your case (for driving without a license) will be handled in juvenile court and there is no right to a jury trial. That being...

Charged with pc 243 e 1, no injury or bruises... What am I looking at when I go to court??

This is a repost--please see my two previous answers.

It depends. If you are present, there is a school of thought that it can create the impression with the court that you are vested in the process...

It is true that you must pay all fines before trying to get something expunged?

My colleagues are correct--you need to complete all terms and conditions, and pay all fines, before you can file a motion under Penal Code section...

I ws arrested in Mar of 2012 for false bomb threat and attempt to terrorize.

This has all the earmarkings of a case where something has changed that makes the prosecution believe it has a stronger case than before. If there...

What may happen now? I violated a restraining order and I was arrested.

Yes, you definitely need help. Many of us on Avvo provide a free consultation--contact some attorneys. You need an aggressive defense against...