Very doubtful there is any "record" of you failing to appear for jury duty. In 19 years, I've never heard of ANYBODY being held in contempt for...

Most likley, NO. Informal probation rarely includes travel restrictions unless specifically ordered. It's rather astonishing that you went all...

I lost my trail proceeding for violation of cvc 23136, i want to take it to the appellate division, any advice?

It is relatively easy to file a traffic appeal. Realistically though, the damage is done. The evidence is more compelling than you think. You...

Seal it all you want--and that's a good thing to do, but nothing will remove it from your driving record. The court and DMV are separate entities...

I just got my first dui. what kind of penalties am i to expect from court

Other than being over .08%, those are all positive factors in your case, but nothing in particular is finally dispositive. You should retain an...

Public defender denied him twice in front of judge why?

Keep applying for a public defender or ask the bondsman to take even lower payments so you can retain an attorney. The judge is unhappy that you...

If a suicide was not investigated and you suspect possible murder how do you approach this?

Contact the police in the area where the person died.

California DOJ criminal history report came clean. Yet, I received a paraphernalia ticket in Nevada. Why didn't it show?

This is great news: A clean criminal history. Don't wonder why something is missing. Be glad that it's clean.

Do I need to appear in court for a misdemeanor hit and run even if I have hired a defense attorney ?

Your retained attorney should answer this question. Why would you ask strangers on the internet about something as important as your criminal case...

I am in dire straits and want to know if any attorney can help me pro bono?

Contact the public defender's office or legal aid services. It is not economically feasible for private attorneys to provide services without...