How do I communicate directly to a judge regarding my case ?

This is what attorneys do as a profession. We represent you and act as your mouthpiece (among other things) before the court. Best to retain a...

How do I request a different public defender?

it is next to impossible to successfully request a different court-appointed (free) attorney. Feel free to consult with and retain a private...

Do I have to pay the Walmart settlment agreement?

Tell Wal Mart to pound sand! The worse they can do is take you to small claims court, but that is difficult to do because attorneys are NOT...

I got two traffic tickets. One of them had the court date coming up and the other was still way off. Missed court date.

Retain a San Diego criminal defense attorney promptly to handle our case and recall any outstanding warrant.

I agree with my colleagues. The bigger concern for boyfriend is his parole status while having new charges including domestic violence. You...

Can the police search my house if my roommate was caught with stolen items from a house burglary

Yes. Make sure you don't have any contraband in the house immediately.

Can I be arrested at an airport in the event my public defender does not represent my case on the court date?

You can only be arrested if a warrant is issued for your arrest and if the folks at the airport actually "run" your name for warrants. First, I...

In a Felony matter in Ca. When the court denies a 17(b) but grants a 1203.4 on the same case, what exactly does that mean?

It means the charge was "dismissed" as a felony--which means it is still unlawful for you to possess a firearm or ammunition among other things.

I was arrested for possession of meth, I never was shown what was found or where. And search was not witnessed by any one else

Not sure how exactly that happens, but you should consult with and retain a local criminal defense attorney to help. Most of us here on AVVO offer...

Ticketed for Petty theft

Being issued a citation/notice to appear DOES NOT constitute a booking. Depending on how your case concludes in court, however, you may be...