Question about a prior conviction and how it will affect a current case...

Obviously, we don't have access to the reports and haven't reviewed the evidence, so the best person to advise you ultimately will be your...

What does it mean when a case changes from "convicted" to "closed?"

Without knowing what the new felony was, what the old cases were for and what the new sentence was, it's impossible to say what exactly happened. ...

Will I go to jail for first time petty theft from a department store

Jail on a first offense like this is unusual (aside from possibly a book and release if you're convicted so it can be used as a prior if you get...

Just received warrant notice in the mail, how should I proceed?

You know you're going to need an attorney - if you can afford to hire one of your choosing, do so ASAP. If you (WITH your lawyer) appear on the...

It sounds as though you already entered a plea and were sentenced to complete PC 1000. If that's the case, AND if the case is a misdemeanor, your...

Should I sign a contract with bail bonds man before my arraigment day?

There's nothing wrong with filling out the paperwork ahead of time so they can move more quickly if they have to post bail on your behalf. If your...

Can the fruits of a search warrant be suppressed if the information used to obtain the warrant was obtained illegally?

The question boils down to whether Riley is retroactive or not. I'm sure the prosecution will argue that the police were acting under the prior...

On 8/15/99 I was arrested and charged with "cont-subs-possession/analogues" in MI, I never made it to court.

You'll need to contact an attorney that practices in the courthouse where your case originated. You can either repost under the Michigan category...

What happens if you lose in court. Can a lawyer still ask for a less sentence time.

First degree what? If the priors are qualifying strikes (not every felony is a strike) and the current charge is a serious or violent offense,...

Can someone please explain this prison sentence to me?

State versus Federal. Plain and simple. Possession of marijuana with the intent to sell carries up to 3 years in custody under California state...

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