What is rule 50 51?

I am not aware of anything called a "Rule 50 51." The closest thing would be a psychiatric hold (referred to as a 5150 hold), which allows for a 72...

Can I have a case expunged if i never plead guilty but the case was dropped?

If the case was dismissed there is no case to expunge. If you are talking about removing the arrest record, that may be sealed with a finding of...

I took plea on 11351- alt custody with rehab and probation- sentencing in 30 days- how soon can i get in rehab and what process?

I would research local rehab centers that work with the court. Here in Orange County, there are a number, and they can be easily found...

An arrest can show up in the state computer system quite soon after the arrest, (these computer systems are becoming very sophisticated and...

I need to find a criminal defense attorney that is willing to do it pro bono.

In a criminal court that would be the Public Defender, if you meet the financial requirements. Private criminal defense attorneys typically have a...

Discovery in a Criminal Case: When will I be provided pictures/recordings? Can I issue interrogatories?

Why would you attempt to do something on your own that attorney's have spent years learning about? Public Defender's are typically very good...

If you have an attorney, speak to him or her immediately. You can probably serve your sentence in custody and not have to deal with work release,...

YOur are very wise in not giving out any details. I am concerned about your use of the word "yet." You need to convert that to "never," except in...

Why did the driver call the police? Was the pedestrian invited into the car? I believe the pedestrian needs to argue that there was no...

What happens during a pre trial if witnesses dont show up, no witness have been in contact with the police, or DA.

You may mean a preliminary hearing rather than a pre-trial. If so, here in California after Proposition 115, an officer can testify regarding...