My dad passed away last week. A week before that he gave me his car and necklace.

California Probate Code Sections 21380-21392 apply to wills and trusts that became irrevocable on or after January 1, 2011. You are also protected...

I was accused of first degree felony of burglary and larcency how can I prove of my innocence.

Those are very serious charges. A review of the police report and of the statements of involved parties is required to properly advise you on how...

Is it too early to hire a criminal attorney NOW for my 1203.4 follow-up?

To answer your main question, it is never too early to hire a criminal attorney. I have clients who keep me on retainer, for peace of mind, to know...

Defense attorney has requested a restitution hearing prior to plea deal

It sounds like your attorney is attempting to determine the restitution amount to assist you in determining the financial consequences of your plea...

It depends on how the officer describes the reason for and the conduct observed during the traffic stop. Cops can and they do sometimes make up...

What are the options for getting an arrest taken off your record in California if charges were never filed?

Arrests don't come off of your record, but they aren't supposed to be used against you when applying for employment. The date and arresting agency...

I pleaded not guilty if i plead guilty in trial n pay fine what will happen?

First, let me commend you for not describing the facts of what happened online. You should talk to an attorney, confidentially, to clear this...

Combined offenses vs separate offenses

If the driving was done on separate instances, then I have no doubt they are separate offenses. There is no exception, but rather an enhanced...

How strikes are applied each time you are charged with a felon

Strikes don't get expunged by 1203.4. Strikes are permanent, which is why you should never plea to one. The only way around a strike prior...

I filed charges against my husband for domestic violence and gun charges

When the police report to the DA that someone engaged in conduct towards you, the DA determines whether or not to file charges. It sounds like you...