The short answer is " Get an experienced law firm". While it's possible to get around an ESS, it's very difficult. So retain a good lawyer. I wish...

As a Former DDA in the AV, I can tell you that the judges are tough up here. You CAN appear by yourself and risk being put in jail, or retain an...

What is the best case scenario possible for my friend?

As a Former Deputy District Attorney in the Antelope Valley, I can tell you that the DA's in the AV and the JUDGES in the AV, are very tough and...

Can I be charged with possession of ammo

As a Former Deputy DA in the Antelope Valley, I have handled dozens of cases of Possession of Ammo by a Felon. Of course the DA has to show a...

What do i do to stay out of jail?

As a Former Deputy District Attorney in the Antelope Valley, I know how tough the DA's and the Judges are up here.... As I believe I have spoken...

Can someone be charged with residential burglary if they never entered or step foot on the property that was robbed?

As a Former Deputy District Attorney in the Antelope Valley, I can tell you that the DA's up here, will file that case against the driver, every...

As a Former Deputy District Attorney, who has handled 100's of pre-filing investigations, I find them very valuable, when the case has to do with...

Is hiring an "aggressive" criminal lawyer better than hiring a more methodical and moderate criminal lawyer?

I think you pose a very interesting question. After 28 years in criminal law, I find that, an aggressive attorney may work better at trial, where a...

If .28 grams and 5.43 grams of cocaine was found in a safe.

After handling these cases for 28 years, I would think that there has to be more than just that. Without scales or money or pay and owe sheets or...

My mom was arrested yesterday her hold bail amount 340,000.00 why is her bail so high

Even though I have been handling these matters for 28 years, and am a Former Deputy DA, all I can tell you is the bail amount indicates it's a very...