THIS IS MY THIRD TIME GETTING PULLED OVER FOR DRIVING WITHOUT A LICENSE. IM WORRIED ABOUT WHAT ARE THE CONSEQUENSES?

Many judges will reduce your first to an infraction. Second? Sometimes. Third time? You're almost guaranteed to face a misdemeanor this time. ...

Two sisters under 18 years old were prosecuted for shoplifting at Macy's. Police charged with 2 felonies and 1 misdemeanor.

The bad news is that they are facing criminal charges. The good news (if there is some) is that they're going through the juvenile system. There...

If my husband was arrested for domestic violence in CA because an officer witnessed it, can we get the charges dropped?

The only way to get something actually removed fom your record is i a petition for factual innocence is granted. First step is either getting...

Accessory of a Felony? Minor, Under 18, but on Probation. (ive been good on probation)

It may all be a bluff by the police, but by trying to help your friend, you may have crossed the line to an accessory. The twist in your case is...

Arrested for 11357A But 11362.5 & 11362.765 says that a qualified patient or a person with an identification card is ok...WHY

The record of your arrest and the court case will remain on your record, even if the case is dismissed. The only way to clear something like this...

Where can I get a listing of points and authorities

"Points and authorities" refers to case and statutory law that supports the position you're taking in your motion or order to the court. There...

Is it possible for police to decide not to file an assault charge?

It is not up to any individual or the police to "file" charges - that decision is exclusively the prosecuting agency (usually the DA) in the...

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2nd Dui, do I need an attorney?

You have done some good things already by getting into rehab. The details of your case, along with the blood analysis will determine how strong the...

Do I have any personal RIGHTS to get a court to withdraw 5 yr. protective order for me, from adult son?

You can petition for a modification of the order. The DA can oppose your request if they choose, so you may want to consult with an attorney to...

How do you fight a wrongful trespassing arrest.

There are several different subsections of the trespass laws - it seems as though the theory they're going with is that they were asked to leave...