How can I get an extension on a misdemeanor theft? I have pretrial on Jan 18 but I need to get an extension till maybe April.

You are NOT going to get an extension because you want to pass a background check and THEN plead guilty. Even if you did it wouldn't do you any...

Would a Hofsheier Motion apply for a Section 647.6 conviction?

I don't see that Hofsheier will help him. However if he pled to this charge and was not advised that registration was a lifetime requirement he...

What type of motion should be filed when the police erroneously weigh the marijuana with the jar it's in?

If you were held to answer after a preliminary hearing the correct motion to file would be a PC 995 motion to dismiss.

I am been charged for grand theft, 1st offence. my attorney wants to offer the store money so they can drop the charges.

It is not ok if you are charged with a felony. Grand theft can be charged as a felony or misdemeanor. If it is charged as a misdemeanor it is...

I was cited and released for petty theft in Modesto California. I recently posted a question but had a few more asap.

If the amount taken was under $50 the DA can file or reduce the charge to an infraction which carries only a fine and does not show on your rap...

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U.s deportation

To qualify for treatment under the FFOA, the defendant must (1) have been found guilty of an offense described in section 404 of the Controlled...

I got a ticket for not wearing my seat belt what am I looking at for the actual dollar amount of the fine

It is not clear whether Mr. Beahm is taking into account penalty assessments or not. Traffic fines are stated based on the "basic" fine. In every...

If you are convicted of a misdemeanor sex offense (victim over 18), are you allowed to join the military?

Impossible to say without knowing the specific charge. You already seem to understand that the military won't take anyone on probation. Beyond...

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My son was arrested, and charge with burglary.The other person he was with stole a large amount. Which he had no idea. If he get

No that will not necessarily help his case. The prosecutor may wish to proceed against both even if the other guy is saying it was all his fault. ...

Should I file a Petition for Factual Innocence?

An 851.8 petition may be the answer for you but there are many particulars which require the attention of an attorney. In general these have to be...