Sorry this is happening to you and that you feel this way. You can ask for a new, different public defender and the judge can conduct a private,...

When should I get my restricted license?

Yes, go ahead and get your restricted license as soon as possible, so you can start driving again legally as soon as possible. Public defenders...

After sentencing in a criminal case, can I come back and appeal with a private attorney ? Reopen the case and push for dismissal

Yes it is possible to hire an attorney and seek an appeal, but as my colleagues correctly state, you must do so quickly and within the statutory...

So can be returned to prison if I am healed from cancer after I was released on compassionate release

There's a lot going on there, and it's a bit tough to follow all of it, but I would advise you to Not discuss this any more on a public site such...

Do I have chances to get early termination? Will my criminal record be clean if i get the termination?

Your attorney's request for early consideration should be granted. Listen to his/her advice. I'm a bit confused as to whether you're simply on...

What's the alternative to paying traffic tickets that increase and can't be paid because the amt is astronomical?

Sorry this is happening. Try going to the traffic court window and ask a clerk about fine payments, setting up some kind of monthly payment plan. ...

Is there any way to block it for jobs can't see it? Sponge it?

You need to consult with a good, local defense attorney right away. You need to explore a dismissal motion, commonly referred to as an...

How can I negotiate a lower settlement with alliance one!

You can try and negotiate with them directly for a lower payment. Or, you can see if the local traffic court will allow you to place this matter...

Can my nephew respond "No" on a public school district job application asking about criminal convictions for his expunged DUI?

From this information, the answer is no, he must honestly disclose the prior conviction. Under Penal Code 1203.4, a case is actually dismissed,...

I was wondering if he would be released on his first court date

Judges obviously have wide discretion in such matters, and get upset when their orders are not followed, which unfortunately seems to be the case...