Arrest 647 F PC

The Alameda County Public Defender is quite good. They are well supervised, value research and litigation, and know the ins and out of the judges...

Child speaks up about sexual harrasment but no evidence

I do hope you have taken your daughter to a therapist she can talk to - without you present. After a few visits, the therapist will be able to...

How to obtain blood test results from blood sample that was taken in El Dorado County, California?

You can also go in person (during the regular work week) to the hospital and ask for your medical records. You will have to sign a form release...

What would be the max sentence?

What were the prison priors for? When was parole cleared on each? How old are the priors? Are they strikes? If the prison priors are for...

During a routine traffic stop, can a passengers personal property be searched if the driver is on probation?

No, a passenger's purse cannot be searched on the sole grounds that the driver is subject to a probation search. US v Mataafa. There was no...

Will I get in trouble for bending the truth on a statement to the police

You can get into trouble if you tell the truth. It is illegal to make a false police report. Therefore, as Ms. Bethune suggested, you may need an...

As Mr. Shapiro said, "yes" to a misdemeanor. To a felony? The attorney cannot waive your 60 day right to trial; that right is personal to the...

Currently incarcerated inmate, serial recidivist. Totality of time is excessive, though individually are within law.

If the death penalty is not "cruel and unusual" when administered with certain so-called "safeguards," your partner's tough love sentencing will...

I was cited as a passenger in a car with an open container VC 23224 What might the fine be and do I have a chance to fight it?

In addition to Ms. Bethune's advice, it is typically a fine no greater than $250. Note that the county may tack on fees which will make the money...

If the lawyer asks for $1500 and I gave him $700 and he took it but I haven't been able to come up with the rest of the money

Also, check your written fee agreement to see whether he is obligated to continue to represent you notwithstanding that the fees are still due and...