Generally, the courts will prefer to wait to see what happens on the new case before deciding the probation case. If the new case is a felony,...

What date should my release day be

It sounds like it's already been calculated for you- 147 days. 365 - 72 days credit = 293. You do half-time apparently so half of 293 is 147...

How to go about fighting my case?

You should maintain your right to remain silent and seek legal counsel if you are charged. You should take all steps to avoid any contact with...

Should my brother work with his assigned public defender for his probation violation case, or should we hire a private lawyer?

Based on what you've represented, if this is a first violation, the judges of San Francisco will likely consider this a warning and give him...

Fare evasion tickets for internationals

They're not going to track you down for a fare evasion ticket, but if you miss your court dates, there will be a misdemeanor warrant for your...

No it is a crime to record another person without their consent and any such evidence will be barred from court.

I believe my exhusband owes me alimony for life because we were married for 22 years. I have contact him asking for his

No, contact by an attorney for valid legal purposes is not considered a violation of any restraining order. If you have an attorney, you should go...

What is the imprisonment for 2 felony charges? 10k each two stolen property first time offender.

If you cannot afford an attorney, let the judge know when your case is called and he will appoint a public defender prior to you entering a plea of...

Can husband withhold son from mother when no custody has been determined and direct her to attorney without promise to return

The mother really needs a lawyer in this situation to follow up on the divorce case and make sure custody and visitation orders are put in place. ...

If you're not on probation, it sounds like the DA gave you a chance to do the program to avoid prosecution. If you're not showing any inclination...