You need to verify that the circumstance you described is actually accurate because, NO, a judge CANNOT either (1) order your lawyer to withdraw...

You kind of have the upper hand at this point because if someone told you they are going to file a police report against you unless you pay them...

Anyone who plans on hiring a criminal defense lawyer should start looking right away. In California, the discovery (aka "police reports") is given...

You need to immediately contact your brother's lawyer with whatever information you have. It would NOT be a great idea to give it directly to...

It is not at all unusual for PC273.5 charges to be filed after the alleged perpetrator is released from jail. If this person is released, it is a...

Prosecutors absolutely have the right to charge your husband for assault or child abuse whether the police actually witness it or not. You and your...

While it may seem odd, it is actually illegal for BOTH 14 year olds to have oral sex with one another although it would be extremely unlikely for...

This is something that needs to be brought before a judge in an attempt to overrule the Probation Officer. Probation terms can ALWAYS be changed by...

First off, know that there is a possibility that the guy is embarrassed about his circumstances and may not be calling for that reason. Second,...

Ok, your question is not completely clear although what it sounds like happened is that you had 2 separate cases with the first being a Felony and...