I just found out I have a warrant for dui I was never arrested given a ticket or a court date

Best advice is to consult with and retain an experienced criminal defense attorney ASAP. Many of us here on AVVO will provide a free consultation....

Can my ex write a book our lives using my real name?

What about your name? Books are difficult to write and even more difficult to have published. I doubt you really have anything to worry about. ...

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I got caught shoplifting in Kolhs last December. I'm a minor. No cops were called but I got a civil demand. My parents paid it.

You were neither arrested nor prosecuted. Your parents paid a civil demand (waste of money--pay them back when you can). There's nothing that...

Simple rule in life: If you want something, pay for it. Don't go back to the store. Keep your mouth shut.

What are the statutory sex laws in California (re: age, family, gender, weight, race, heritage etc.)?

She's over 18. If she's willing to have sex with you and everything is consensual you are good to go. That's a large age difference, but if the...

I'm interested in a criminal expungement and felony reduction for my drug charge and wanted to see if I just fill out a form.

Your best chance for success is to retain an experienced criminal defense attorney in North County. Attorney fees are likely more reasonable than...

It is an infraction. Like a speeding ticket. Ask the lawyer who helped you with the case about the ramifications.

What is the riverside sheriff's program?

Assuming you have been sentenced/referred to the "Riverside Sheriff's Program" you clearly had an attorney handling a criminal case. It is always...

It's generally called a Faretta waiver and is almost always a bad idea. There's an old adage: "An attorney who represents himself has a fool for...

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Charged with a crime, posted cash bail, 9 mo. Later got bond refund without any explanation letter. Does it mean case dismissed?

I'm not convinced the case was dismissed. Did you ever appear in court? You also mention a case number. I recommend you go to the relevant...