What is the criteria that makes a repeated offender in California?

It sounds like your husband got a five year enhancement for having a prior serious/violent felony, with a current conviction for a serious/violent...

What is difference between a misdemeanor criminal threat and a felony criminal threat??

It usually depends on the facts and circumstances of the situation, and the nature of the threat. A credible threat to "kill" taken seriously might...

Definition of Criminal Threat

I agree that on it's face, these statements would probably not generate a complaint for criminal threats if for no other reason than it is...

There is no specific time unless the accused is in custody. If not, the DA can take up to the statute of limitations period for file a complaint,...

Do we need a lawyer?

The case could be filed as a misdemeanor in which case you will have the public defender appointed to assist you. If it is filed as an infraction...

Should I fight a DUI charge in which an officer arrested me after my car was broke down and I drank while waiting for the tow?

If you cannot afford an attorney one will be appointed to represent you, usually the public defender. On these facts, you may have a good defense....

That depends on what your fee agreement says. Many times a lawyer is retained "pre-filing" to track the case before it is filed, or to discuss it...

Question about out of state DUI: is it possible to change court date or have someone show up for me?

You should hire a local California attorney to handle the case for you here. Yes, it will cost you some money but there is no way around it. You...

What is the definition of hearsay?

Hearsay really applies to "statements" sought to be admitted at a trial or hearing. If you are talking about what you heard and whether or not you...

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What to expect for an arrest of PC 503 with no prior record?

Yes, there is always a possibility of this but no-one can give you a specific answer without much more information. Your best option is to hire an...