My boyfriend was charged today what do i need to do, can certain citations get dropped, how long can he be gone for?

I agree, the 11378 charge carries a max of 3 years county prison (1170(h)) in addition to the misdemeanor charges and the probation violations.

Can they still us ur nickel priors if there over 15 or 20 yr old and is robbery the same as burglury.

Robbery is of a person and burglary is of a place so they are different charges. Yes they can charge old nickel priors and use them as strikes. A...

Was stoped for wearing a red sweater and was searched even though i wasnt on probation or parole

This case will turn on the very specific facts and the credibility of the officers involved. You need to get local counsel. The officers are...

OCDA agrees to dismiss my possession charge of controlled substance and paraphernalia

This sounds like a very unusual local procedure, speak with your public defender. I don't understand why they would want your DNA or why you are...

If I have a warrant out of one court, can another court arrest me or hold me in custody?

Bring proof of your traffic court date to your civil hearing. It is possible though unlikely that the bailiff could take you into custody for the...

What charges/penalties may I face for a first time offender?

You are being charged with carrying a concealed weapon as a misdemeanor which carries a maximum of a year in jail. It sounds like your trying to...

There's no way of putting a percentage on this without knowing the complete picture. There may be many reasons why DNA may or may not be found (he...

Selected as the best answer

There really isn't enough information to provide an answer but my guess (as a former DA) is that charges will not be dropped if you don't show up. ...

You do not have to pay it from a criminal law perspective, it is a civil demand. It's not really restitution, it's a fee for their security services.

Not turned to jail

If he failed to surrender, there will be a warrant issued for his arrest and there may be additional punishment. He should talk to his lawyer.