If the "token attempts" were in reference to having contact with the child or children, then the party is alleging that someone may have some...

Early probation termination

Your first contact should be with your probation officer to see if they will recommend early termination. If so, that will go a long way with the...

Being charged with petty theft by a department store but I never left the store premises

How are you defining a "search?" The police have the right to pat you down for their safety even before you are under arrest. If they did arrest...

Can I reduce summary probation time of 36 months any lower?

Typically, you need to have successfully completed at least half of your probation time, and have paid all fines and restitution, as well as...

I'm on informal probation for misdemeanor grand theft charges can i legally own a firearm?

Typically a misdemeanor conviction does not inhibit firearm possession. You can check with the California Department of Justice, (they have an...

California law is quite tenant friendly. If he has been therefor over 30 days, you probably need to evict him even though he has not rental...

First Offense I was in possession of a stolen car

It is surprising that the two cases were not consolidated. Priors are always considered in determining sentences, so if you are convicted of the...

Allowing a deposition to come into evidence

As my colleague pointed out, there are very specific rules that need to be followed to admit a deposition as evidence. As far as being fact, it...

When would my spousal support terminate if any?

Family law judges have some discretion. There is no way to give a definitive answer to your question. A family law attorney can look at the...

What does cohabitation mean in terms of an annulment?

WHat is "it?" How long has it been since you were married? Have you spoken to an attorney about the advantages of annulment over simply filing for...