Is it possible to sue for someone verbalizing scathing death threats toward you? And also seek criminal charges?

Death threats which are so immediate, so unconditional, and so clear such that it causes the victim to be in immediate fear for his life are...

Whats the difference between Temp custody and primary custody?

You're talking about 3 different concepts here. Temporary means the court has not made a final ruling yet, primary physical custody means the...

How long would my friend actually have to serve?

He'll do about 350 days. Depending on the charge and his past record, there's a good chance he will do the time in a local jail instead of prison...

I accidentally sold cigarettes to minor. I was put on a probation, had to pay some diversion fee and did a walk thru.

If you were put on probation, then you may have suffered a conviction. You can go down to the clerk's office (Room 101) of 850 Bryant and order an...

Petty theft??

Ask for a public defender. If this is a first offense, there is a good chance you will be offered an infraction if you plead guilty or be offered...

For what reasons can the public defenders office change your appointed attorney after the arraingment?

The public defender's office can internally re-assign your attorney at their discretion, without any reason. You, on the other hand, cannot change...

Strike removals

You can't remove your two strikes but under Prop 36, you'll only be subject to being "struck out" as a 3-striker if you commit a new serious or...

No the citation is unrelated and shouldn't affect your ability to apply for diversion or some other program.

Can I obtain my property back?

You should be able to get an order to return your property. I would contact the attorney who represented you or hire new counsel to handle the...

Am I still responsible for the bills if my ex-lawyer breached the agreement? I also do not recognize many hidden charges.

I agree with my colleague here on avvo. Your current attorney is in the best position to offer you advice and if you're currently represented, I...