Missed Community work program now a fugitive and a warrant.

Sounds like he's on Felony probation, and with these facts, he's looking at potential custody time. He needs a good lawyer to do very good prep...

As a Former Deputy D.A, my suggestion would be to hire a very good attorney. With a Public Defender, you have almost NO chance to get a better...

I was wondering if I can reduce my intent to sell conviction to a simple possession upon finishing half time of my probation?

The short answer is YES to your question about trying to get early termination of probation and NO to getting the charge reduced. Many attorneys...

The information means 2 things....1) the courthouse it's in...and 2) 570.000 bail indicates this is a serious matter. in my 25 years of handling...

I'm under 18, and i got caught by shoplifting by JCpenny then they give me a civil demand notice. what should i do now???

You need to appear for court and begin the process in the juvenile justice system. How you proceed is up to you and your parents or guardians. With...

Can a DV conviction be based on police report alone. Do they need corroborating evidence to convict?

You should go over the evidence against you, with your attorney. PD's are cheap, but, if you're serious about representation, get a lawyer. I wish...

What is the proper way to report police misconduct?

You can report the conduct to the officer's supervisor, or you can contact Internal Affairs.

As a Former Deputy District Attorney, I can tell you that I and some other attorneys have been able to speak to the IO's on a case and been able to...

It sounds like you may have an "Entrapment" defense, so speak to a good lawyer as soon as possible. I wish you well.......David

Have court date in January. Its a matter of life and death that I change it. Can I & how? My charge is felony possession.

If the case cannot be advanced, you will need to retain an attorney, and, in your absence, with proof that you had tickets already bought, to leave...