Do you know of any criminal defense lawyers that would constder taking a case pro-bono

Unlike most fields of law where pro bono attorneys are necessary if someone lacks the resources to hire counsel, people charged with criminal...

I was recently convicted of a DUI in CA 45 days ago. Is it too late to appeal or vacate?

Your time to file a notice of appeal passed 30 days after the plea. Depending on the nature of your claim, you may still be permitted to ask the...

Attempted murder. If you or any other reader is ever interested in finding out what a Penal Code section means, you can always do a quick Google...

How can I improve my chances of gaining custody of my 13 yrs old son.

You need to speak with a family law attorney immediately. If you cannot afford one, contact the Legal Aid Society in Orange County. You're...

Is there a specific penal code,c.c.p.,or c.code to use to motion a court for a parole's violation after giving back their # ?

I assume you are the same person in Arcadia whose question I answered yesterday on a related point. A private citizen does no allege that...

What is the range of time to be served for robbery without a weapon, but they fought the clerk?

Robbery can be punished by 2, 3, or 5 years in state prison, assuming there are no other charges or enhancements alleged. But note that a judge...

My mom is in jail for burglary 1st degree and vandalism how long is she looking at

First degree burglary can be punished by 2, 4, or 6 years in state prison. The vandalism can add eight months of prison time if the value was over...

If you are subpoenaed as a witness, you can generally be compelled to testify against him. The fact you are his brother, and the fact you don't...

I pulled over for 1-minute(w/engine running!!) on a street cleaning day but got a ticket thru mail. How do I contest this?

There are some highly technical defenses that can be raised in the context of parking tickets, even if you are guilty as sin. Quite frankly, the...

I have a previous MIP in ChicoCalifornia and just received another one in Sacramento California. What are the consequences for 2

The offense (first or second violation) is a misdemeanor. A second offense can result in a fine of $500 and up to 36 0r 48 hours of community...