I believe the both of you misunderstand what happened and how the criminal justice system works in California. Yes, he was released. But that...

Your statement is not clear. Please describe your question. I would be happy to answer it. Have you consulted with an experienced criminal...

Yes, you do. And the sooner, the better. It is not "strange". Clearly, they do not want you to know much and this is their decision. A good,...

California does not recognize a crime called "verbal assault", so please be aware of that before the bench trial/hearing. Also, I did not see that...

Since you paid so much in bail, did you hire counsel? If you did then that lawyer should be able to answer your question. If you did not hire one...

Expungement is another word for dismissal. A case cannot be expunged/dismissed until you have been convicted, assuming you meet the statutory...

Because of the past incidents involving domestic abuse, a good, experienced DVRO lawyer should be involved as an option to consider as soon as...

Depends. An experienced lawyer in Domestic Violence Restraining Order cases should review the TRO and possibly be hired as soon as possible.

It sounds like you might want to discuss this with your friend when you know for a fact you are not being recorded because there are various...

Keep in mind she can also file one against you in response. If you want to "make sure I handle everything correctly and safely" then you should...