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In California is it legal to record the police when they call you & you are a suspect or witness in a criminal investigation?
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Answered on January 12, 2013
There is a law enforcement exception to that penal code section. The police are allowed to surrepticiously record people without there consent. ...
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It's been a few months, I still haven't received my fine or my court appearance date for shoplifting, will they ever even come?
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Answered on January 08, 2013
It sounds like you just had contact with loss prevention and not the police. Before charges can be filed a police report would have to be made...
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I plead guilty in october can I get my property back that they took from me?
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Answered on January 08, 2013
If you have been sentenced and your are on probation you can try to get the property back. It makes a difference whether the property was seized...
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I need help. Just received a misdeamnor for petty theft.
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Answered on January 03, 2013
Most criminal defense attorneys offer a free consultation. You should find a local, experienced attorney and make an appointment.
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Can I file a domestic violence restraining order in Ventura County if there is persistent phone harassment, but no threats?
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Answered on January 03, 2013
There are domestic violence restraining orders but there are also civil harassment orders. The civil harassment orders are different and require...
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I just got a misdemeanor for petty theft. It's my first time being arrested.
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Answered on January 03, 2013
Before you do anything you need to consult with a local, experienced attorney. They can advise you what to do in your particular situation.
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Is there minimum residency requirement to file a restraining order in Los Angeles?
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Answered on December 16, 2012
The simple answer is no, there is no residency requirement. If the behavior happened in LA then the restraining order should be filed in LA.
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When applying for a job, must I say that I have been arrested? Is making a concession and pleading no contest the same?
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Answered on December 16, 2012
I would need more information to answer your questions properly. You say you were arrested and charged but not whether you were convicted. ...
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Can I defend myself against, prevent, determine or investigate if a vandalism charge will be filed against me 7 months later?
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Answered on December 15, 2012
The DA has 1 year to file a misdemeanor and three years to file a felony. Whether it is a felony or misdemeanor depends on the extent of the...
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If i got arressted for a under the influence and at the same time the cops took my copper wire but never charged me for it
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Answered on December 15, 2012
In order to get the wire back you would have to be able to prove that you came across it lawfully. You would have to show a receipt or paperwork...
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