When will he be eligible for 1/3 time if he is in reception at san quentin for a non violent crime

Statutorily he would only be eligible for half time, however due to prison overcrowding and federally mandated requirements that California reduce...

How much time will i actually do?

You will have to do 90 days of SWAP (Sheriff's Work Alternative Program). You do not receive any additional credits when doing SWAP as you would...

What happens if my boyfriend runs way away from group home but hes already 18?

What can happen to your boyfriend depends on why he was placed at the group home. The court will also look at why he ran away and whether he has...

First California misdemeanor : petty theft. CONSEQUENCES for non U.S citizen?

The consequences of even a misdemeanor for a noncitizen can be serious, and it will depend on your particular status. Your situation is different...

How much am I looking to spend on an attorney that handles dui cases and if it goes to trial would I have to pay more

In Alameda County, you are probably looking at a range of about $1500 - $2500. This fee is for "pre-trial" proceedings, meaning that if you go to...

Suspended License Early

Did you have a negligent operator hearing? You should contact DMV to find out if you are eligible for a restricted license and when you will be...

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I missed my court date, I rescheduled, what now?

So as not to put the cart before the horse, the judge cannot "throw the book" at you or give you the maximum sentence without a conviction. And as...

I have old non-paid traffic tickets they send me to collection, they don’t want to give me another court date.

It is not clear whether you owe on infractions or misdemeanor traffic matters. You can set up payments with the court. The suspension on your...

What can happen if i get a ticket of theft and its my first time and i dont have a criminal record

If you truly do not have any criminal history, even if there is video evidence, you definitely want an attorney who is going to fight to keep the...

Need pro bono service for Criminal Law. Case handled in Southern California.

First, as to the appointment of a public defender: if you are otherwise eligible for the services of the public defender, but the PD represented a...