Yes, it is unusual. You are right to be concerned that somewhere down the road, DMV could suspend your license. I like Ms. Meyers suggestion,...

What do the courts consider when granting a early termination of probation and expungement? How successful is this?

Early termination of probation is discretionary with the judge and begins with your having complied with all the terms and conditions of probation,...

I have a public defender for my DUI case in California. She is professional but she loses patience with me.

Yes, there is something wrong here. Those emails directly with your attorney would appear to be privileged as attorney-client communications,...

If you cannot aford an attorney a public defndder will be appointed to represent you. You will have an attorney.

Is there a statute of limitations for a misdemeanor DUI and if so how should i go about presenting to the judge?

The statute of limitations is one year. It does not operate as a bar if, for example, the complaint is filed within the year and a warrant was...

Is sex offender registration almost inevitable in plea deals?

Registration is mandatory for most sex offenses. The challenge is in trying to get a plea to a charge that does not require registration, and that...

Not Guilty Plea

Yes, you want to plead not guilty, at least initially. Most cases are resolved by way of a plea agreement that are the result of negotiations...

Being told to keep calm and carry on while son is being investigated!!!!!!!

Mr. Finnecy is correct, especially about not talking to law enforcement or any other government agent relative to the situation - although your son...

What will the lowest plea bargain be for?

Impossible to predict without more information. The strike complicates the mix, and the facts of the case are very important. His/her attorney is...

I am 30 years old.i have the charges of petty theft and contribute witb two minors..what can happen at my court date?

Interesting set of charges if they relate to the same incident. Yes, you will be presented with the charges at arraignment. You should have an...