I'm having a little trouble tracking what happened. Were there multiple defendants in this case as well? I'm not sure why a minor's compromise...

What prevents a jury from ignoring the instruction to disregard what a witness said.

You raise a valid concern. How do you unring a bell? You really can't in some circumstances. The jury instruction is there because the jury...

What is in custody release?

More than likely, they are processing his paperwork to let him leave. Depending on staffing and workload, that can be a quick or several hour long...

PI lawyer get consent from client before orally accepting settlement?Negotiation between lawyers of plaintiff &defender-no court

There seems to be very poor communication between your brother and his attorney, or a serious misunderstanding. For what it is worth, a settlement...

Ok so more details u all asked for regarding my restitution question

Once the victim produces evidence of her expenses at the restitution hearing, there is a presumption that it is correct. You will have the burden...

A federal PI case that was filed 2 years ago was involuntarily dismissed and the previous cause of actions have already expired.

Was the case dismissed with prejudice? If not, check to see if complaint can be amended and refiled. There is usually a very short time frame to do...

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My daughter got caught shoplifting at JCPenneys and the LAPD was called and she was given a misdemeanor citation.

Check with the court clerk to see if a warrant is issued. If no case filed within the next two months, the statute of limitations for misdemeanors...

My boyfriend was in california when he was arrested he s from az

I agree that his exposure is high. He is unlikely to get the maximum, but his actions put a lot of people in danger, so don't expect much leniency...

Can cps stop us from seeing our kids if there is not an open case

This is a nightmare situation for parents. You mentioned that there wasn't an open case. Is that for criminal or dependency? CPS has a limited...

I WAS CHARGED WITH488P.C. I GAVE THE MERCHANDISE BACK.I HAVE TWO PRIORS OF 484 A AND 488 A FEW YEARS BACK THE STORE EMPLOYEES

As my colleagues have stated, the Public Defender will be appointed to represent you on the criminal matter. If you are asking if you can get...

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