My boyfriend was areested for burglary charges and for auto theft how much time is he possibly looking at?

It depends on several things that are not in your question. What degree of burglary--first or second? And if it is second degree, has it been...

What is likely to happen if you got a DUI but, was under the age of 21?

Because you're under 21, you're looking at some serious issues, including a lengthy suspension of your driver license. Many of us on Avvo provide...

I suggest that you contact some attorneys who regularly practice in Los Angeles. If you have no other record, the chances if jail time are remote....

When do I get a record of Felony on my record?

You are convicted at the time you are sentenced and judgment is entered. As my colleagues point out, you may be eligible to reduce the charge to a...

I being charged with a PC 475 what are these charges?

It's a forgery charge. I suggest that you contact some attorneys and get some help to defend against the charge.

My husband got a new case pc.664/187(A) and on his status/bail it says detention only..what does it mean?

If he is being charged with attempted murder (or being investigated for such a charge), he needs counsel. Many of us on Avvo provide a free...

If a private attorney has already been retained in a Federal Criminal Case can said lawyer be fired and a CJA be used instead?

He can certainly ask for court-appointed counsel. Or he could consider hiring another private attorney.

Hello I was convicted of a DUI 1.25 years ago. will this show up on a back ground check by any future employers.?

It is highly likely that it will show up. Once you have completed probation, you can make a motion pursuant to Penal Code section 1203.4 to have...

If you get a ticket for an infraction can the court change the charge to a felony?

What was the ticket for? The reality is that any charge can be filed that is supported (at least initially) by what the prosecution thinks the...

Can i go to jail for saying my spouse hit me and it wasnt true

You may have exposure to a misdemeanor charge for filing a false police report. Many of us on Avvo provide a free consultation, so get some...