I was charged with 243(e)(1) and False Imprisonment (both misd). My first court appearance is Friday. What should I expect?

At your first court appearance, several things could happen: Bail could be set and you could be taken into custody unless you've already posted...

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My fiance has been arrested for a 187(A)

You haven't really asked a question, but... If you're asking if this length if time before time is unusual - it's not for a murder case. There...

Arrested on FTA while on probation

If you had completed it, but just hadn't shown proof of completion, your attorney may be able to get this cleared up with (hopefully) no violation....

Relax. Nobody is judging here. Unfortunately, you were arrested and now have a court date for your theft charge. Will be introduced to the...

When is an employer notified if an employee plead guilty to a felony?

Because the court has no obligation to notify private employers of a conviction.

I need your help

If this is a different poster, I apologize in advance, but there are several questions today from your city sounding very similar. The bottom...

Can I fight a toll evasion charge from a cashless toll booth?

There are numerous signs, so that argument is likely to fall short.

Can a cop in California record your conversation with him with out you knowing about it.

Yes, law enforcement can record statements during their contact with anyone without warning. Perjury is when a person intentionally lies under...

I feel helpless and dont know what to do, I'm angry and confused and broken theres got to be someone who can help me.

You said you "tried to fire your PD" - do you mean a Marsden motion? Or are you getting a private attorney to now represent you. It's one of...

If I expunge my penal code 484 from my record , when I apply for a job does it show on my record again

To clarify a common misconception... California does not have a true "expungement" law. Some states (not here) will erase an old conviction...