Ms. McCall is an eminent expert in this area of law as evidenced by her thorough and knowledgeable answer to your question. Re-read her...

MY husband got 3 years with half in county. can he file for a split sentence and be released with ankle monitor?2 misdemeanors

That may have been something that should have been negotiated before he took the plea, (I assume his case did not go to trial). Speak to his...

I violated informal probation since 2012 is they're a chance of jail time

How did you violate "informal" probation? Did you commit another crime? Did you fail to pay fines or restitution? What brought you back into...

How much time do you think someone in L.A. County will do on a 4 year with half sentence in County?

The only date that is certain is the 2 years, (4 year sentence with half time). Any earlier date is dependent on the very fluid factors such as...

How do I eliminate my spouse's divorce case in a different county when I served her with papers first from another county?

The determinative factor is the filing date, not the service. As long as your wife has lived in San Mateo count for three months, and in the...

Termination of Parental Rights Question

The court takes parental rights EXTREMELY seriously, and will not terminate them without a compelling reason. The statues are written to...

A family law seek work order and wanting to leave a job because of health problems

If your circumstances have substantially changed, (and a heal issue can be substantial), you can file a motion to modify support. You will need...

Child custody. California state, Hello My ex wife and I share custody over our son, 78% her 22% me

Have you had frequent and continuous contact with your son? If so, as the father, you will probably have precedent over the step-father. Your...

Non custodial parent had child support modified, can I have it changed?

Does he have a college degree or previous experience indicating that he has the ability to earn more? If so, the court can impute income based on...

If I'm 20 and have consent from the parent, can I date a 16 year old?

Sure, if you want potential jail time and are willing to register as a sex offender for the rest of your life. Parents are not allowed to give...