Will there ever be a law in place that prohibits violent offenders from having contact with victims for life

Typically, protective orders are put in place for three years during a criminal case. Stalking cases allow for a 10 year protective order. What...

Do I have legal defense against a fraud charge where the evidence being used was obtained illegally, with no probable cause?

The ultimate question you're asking - dealing with the legality or admissibility of evidence - will only be determined by a judge if your lawyer...

The statute of limitations is three years. Criminal threats is a "wobbler" and can be a felony (max of three years) or a misdemeanor (max of one...

What to expect in court for a misdemeanor in shoplifting and arrest? How to get this arrest off my record and expunged?

If you were also 18 at the time of this incident, unfortunately you're going to face adult charges. There are limits in what can be sealed or...

My boyfriend has a strike and is in jail facing misdemeanor domestic violence charges what is going to happen to him?

Strikes only really matter when you pick up a new felony. Domestic violence can be charged as a felony though, so... You need a good criminal...

What is the likely outcome of a resisting arrest charge in CA?

Everything depends on the facts - all the facts. Their lack of record helps, but every case is unique. With the help if an attorney, they could...

I got arrested for possession of a controlled substance. do i need a lawyer?

Depending on the substance, you're most likely facing felony charges. As a first offender, you may be eligible for a diversion program or othe...

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I filed a false police report for DV against My boyfriend who has mentally abused me but never laid a finger on me.

Filing a false police report is a misdemeanor under Penal Code 148.5. You should speak with your own attorney before doing or admitting anything.

I pressed charges on my ex for domestic. Violence why is he also being charge for child cruelty n how much time is he looking at

Child endangerment can include emotional abuse. Domestic violence in front of children can fit that criteria.

Wow that's a lot of detail about things, but the bottom line is if you're charged with possession of an illegal item (switchblade, gun, drugs,...