Arrested for possession in calif. What steps should I take to prepare for my first court date

When you get to court, ask to qualify for a public defender. There are programs that are FREE and are also very good. One is called, " Teen...

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I got a letter saying that i need to pay $500.00 for shoplifting that i didnt do.

The civil demand seems, based on your version of the facts, unwarranted, and you should contact them and let them know that you were never arrested...

What are the consequences for 3 prior theft charges and now a PC 666 charge?

The previous attorney is exactly correct. If filed as amisdemeanor, 1 year maximum exposure...If filed as a felony, up to 3 years exposure in state...

What should the job offer from a retail supervisor look like? I want it to be presentable for the judge.

The letter would say that employment awaits you, but you must NOT be on any kind of probation, or you will not get the job. And YES to your...

DO YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO BE RELEASED OR NOT BE CHARGED AT ALL

It seems sad that I'm the 3rd attorney to answer your question, and I am now the only attorney to really answer your question. Law enforcement can...

Can and should we get a Public Defender now? Or do we have to wait until his Preliminary Hearing? Los Angeles, CA .

It sounds like you have hired a private attorney who may be more interested in his/her pocketbook, than doing things appropriately. As a Former...

The DA can and will subpena any evidence they feel will help prove their case. if they do so, and they receive texts they intend on using against...

I must respectfully disagree with my colleague in his previous answer. If, in fact, the D.A. rejected the case, your record will show the arrest...

Your boyfriend is charged with residential burglary. That is a FELONY and a STRIKE. Your bo yfriend needs a lawyer and he needs a lawyer NOW. ...

I GOT CAUGHT SHOPLIFTING AT WALMART POLICE WERE CALLED AND I WAS ARRESTED THEY SAID IT WAS A FELONY BUY I DONT KNOW HOW MUCH

Law enforcement probably feels you had the intent to steal BEFORE you entered the Walmart...That would make the allegation Felony Burglary. It...