Questions answered by Jay Carl Stoegbauer

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When do i plead the 5th. Do i tell the DA office prior to trial or during trial.

Jay's answer | Answered on July 02, 2014

I too think you need an attorney on this one. While you can always plead the 5th Amendment while on the stand, discussing the matter with an...

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Will my friend get charged with a petty theft charge?

Jay's answer | Answered on July 01, 2014

The crime has been committed, and therefore it will be up to the District Attorney to determine if there will be a prosecution. The fact that she...

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If a person is released from Ca State Prison and has restitution fines and direct orders, is it possible to parole out of state?

Jay's answer | Answered on July 01, 2014

It will be up to the California Parole Department, but if the person is on the right track, and can show that there is a job and family in Texas, I...

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What is the penalty for violation of probation?

Jay's answer | Answered on June 24, 2014

Probation violations can be very serious, and I agree with all answers below that an experienced attorney in your jurisdiction can be a very...

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What are the chances my son in law goes to jail?

Jay's answer | Answered on June 24, 2014

The prior drug convictions and the fact that CPS is involved is not going to help your son. As answered below, it is not the prerogative of the...

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At the first court hearing ( criminal ). I asked to see the discovery , Then my public defender said to me he dont have time !!I

Jay's answer | Answered on November 25, 2012

I know many public defenders who are very good attorneys, however, they have tremendous case loads and often do not have time to give great service...

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I shoplifted yesterday, taking to jail and bailed out, how can i get out from serving jail time if i'm guilty?

Jay's answer | Answered on November 25, 2012

This is not the end of the world for you. You made a mistake. My office is in Fullerton, very close to you and would be happy to discuss this...

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Police didn't document that I was being attacked. Instead they want to charge me with a felony

Jay's answer | Answered on May 25, 2012

Please contact an attorney and show him or her the video. After seeing the video, an attorney can negotiate with the District Attorney's office,...

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What does matter set for complaince mean?

Jay's answer | Answered on March 24, 2010

From your posting it is hard to determine what is going on. My best guess as far as the matter set for compliance, (and this is a best guess...

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Off Duty Officer & Going home on the freeway

Jay's answer | Answered on March 24, 2010

No matter what the officer told your son, I am quite certain the ticket does not state that your son was cited for flipping the bird to the...

Jay Carl Stoegbauer's Answers (2377)

When do i plead the 5th. Do i tell the DA office prior to trial or during trial.

Will my friend get charged with a petty theft charge?

If a person is released from Ca State Prison and has restitution fines and direct orders, is it possible to parole out of state?

What is the penalty for violation of probation?

What are the chances my son in law goes to jail?

At the first court hearing ( criminal ). I asked to see the discovery , Then my public defender said to me he dont have time !!I

I shoplifted yesterday, taking to jail and bailed out, how can i get out from serving jail time if i'm guilty?

Police didn't document that I was being attacked. Instead they want to charge me with a felony

What does matter set for complaince mean?

Off Duty Officer & Going home on the freeway