How can I get my arrest changed to a detention?

At a minimum, you can likely get t the arresting agency to issue you a certificate of detention. You are already, legally speaking, able to say...

What should i do to avoid charges being pressed

I agree with my colleagues. It's not a crime if you had no intent to deprive them of their money. The sooner you pay up, though, the better. If...

Changing an Arraignment date

You can try, however, if the d.a.'s office hasn't filed the charges yet, then that won't be possible. Sometimes they will wait until the day...

I am being charged with two accounts of unlawful sex with a minor, what will happen to me?

Consult with a lawyer before you go to court. Many, if not most, of us offer free consultations. Convictions of sexual misconduct offenses can...

What are the consequences for a DUI in federal court?

Under the Assimilative Crimes Act the federal courts and prosecutor will endeavor to mirror what takes place in state courts in the state in which...

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I Was arrested on a 273.5 Im out on OR I go to court next Thurs what should I expect?

Typically, the restraining order that is served in a spousal battery case is not intended to interfere with the accused's parental/custodial...

Please Help, Received a C.V.C. 23140. 20 year old driving with >.05

In Santa Barbara these charges are handled as infractions. And, of course, there's the administrative action against your California driving...

Job application????

Clearly, answer "no". Always read the question carefully and never answer a question they are not asking.

I am recently enrolled in the nursing program & I have a clean record.

If you weren't booked, this won't show up in a background check. It is likely, given the small dollar amount and clean record, that you can pursue...

What should I expect, just getting my 3rd probation violation?

I agree that getting your probation officer on board is a good idea but, given the circumstances, you should talk to a lawyer before contacting...