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Michigan v Long extended Terry Frisk to vehicle.It says a limited search for weapons but also anywhere a weapon can be found?
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Answered on September 08, 2010
This case is long established law. You can read it at http://caselaw.lp.findlaw.com/scripts/getcase.pl?navby=case&court=us&vol=463&page=1032. I...
Im 18 years old and my boyfriend is 16 years old are we breaking any laws in California?
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Answered on September 08, 2010
If you are having sexual relations you are violating CA PC 261.5 which, given your 2 year age difference, is a misdemeanor which technically could...
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I found a wallet with $130 and when I got home, called the owner & cops to report I found it. Cops came and charged me pet.theft
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Answered on September 08, 2010
If you keep a found object that could be identified as to ownership and you fail to return it you have committed theft. Taking the money and...
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I was arrested for shoplifting/theft in Orange County, California with a charge PC490. Jail time?
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Answered on September 08, 2010
Any amounts taken in excess of $400 mean a possible felony charge. I would be concerned that if the two events are considered as one incident you...
How long does it take to be charged after arrest in contra costa county?
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Answered on September 08, 2010
The best news is that you haven't reached the DA. Don't talk to him/her or badger their office about your case as it will only keep your case...
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My brother is a felon and stole $17,000 out of my home when i wasn't there. Will he be arrested?
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Answered on September 07, 2010
I am sure that Ms. Burgess is not suggesting that a police officer must witness a felony before he can make an arrest. This is generally true of...
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If ive already plead no contest in front of a judge, can i go back and change it?
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Answered on September 07, 2010
If you've been sentenced you cannot change your plea unless you were given probation and you make the request within 6 months of sentencing. Note...
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Illegal prostitution in my home how do i protect myself if house gets raided and im not involved
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Answered on September 07, 2010
"Illegal prostitution" is redundant. If your house is raided and such activities are going on there while you are present you will be arrested too...
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My Husband he is LOWP
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Answered on September 07, 2010
The last three CA governors have pardoned exactly 3 people who had ancient drug convictions. There is almost no chance of your husband receiving...
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If I have an eight year old bench warrant...
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Answered on September 06, 2010
I don't think an attorney can clear a bench warrant for you unless you are there. While attorneys can appear for clients after arraignments on...
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