Yes, he can refuse the 3-year deal. No one can force him to take a plea. If he turns it down, the case just moves forward toward trial. The bigger...

I have a old traffic ticket from 1996 in parlier

My question would be how did you find out about the ticket and what proof do you have that you did pay it years ago? I agree with the above...

There are several different types of background checks. For instance, one employer may just use your social security number while others may use...

If you are a felon on probation you get one DUI and your lawyer said he can get it thrown out but you get another DUI

If you obtained a 2nd DUI before your attorney was able to throw out your 1st DUI, everything changes. The DA now has more leverage because now...

I have a felony drug possession for a $10 weed brownie

It would be a good idea to read through California Penal Code section 1203.4. This section would apply to you since you were granted probation and...

I received a traffic ticket because the officer alleged my child was out of the safety seat.

Here in Fresno County, it is not uncommon for a Judge to allow payment plans as low as $35/month. I would agree with the other attorneys here that...

Got a dui in pomona

You want to make the District Attorney works for this case. Remember, they have the burden of proof to find you guilty for the stated charges. ...

Is my responsibility for a bond over once judgment is given?

If your husband signed for a $5,000 bond which related to a prior case, your husband would only be liable for the bond related to that case and any...

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My private criminal defense lawyer asked me to write my own defense so that he can read it to the prosecution. Is this normal?

The answer really depends on what stage your case is in and what your attorney's strategy is in asking you for your own defense. Different...

I agree that it would be helpful to have a Criminal Defense Attorney helping you through this process. Sometimes, and I'm not saying always, a...