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Is it true that they are going to start giving 35% in san bernardino county jails? Is it retroactive and when does it start?

John's answer | Answered on June 10, 2010

There is legislation working its way through the state legislature which would restore PC 4019 to its original state which gives county prisoners 2...

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How do i know if any of my rights were violated during a detainment for suspicion of petty theft by security?

John's answer | Answered on June 10, 2010

The Merchant's Privilege Rule is found at PC 490.5(f). In general a rule of reason applies to detention and search by a merchant who suspects...

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How much time do these charges carry?

John's answer | Answered on June 10, 2010

With those charges you really should retain a lawyer. VC 10851 (car theft) and PC 496 (receiving stolen property) are both wobblers that can be...

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Will the district attorney offer more deals? Should I take them?

John's answer | Answered on June 10, 2010

Mr. O'Brien offers good advice. By contrast Ms. Norton is not licensed to practice in this state. You have to trust your lawyer; if you don't...

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What to do in this case what can happen with mesdemeanor assault also have a sexual battery charge that didnt go to court

John's answer | Answered on June 10, 2010

Laws are different in other states and Ms. Norton is not licensed to practice law in this state. The Education Code sections you mention specify...

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How do i get my daughters record clean after a misdemeanor?

John's answer | Answered on June 10, 2010

Please note that Ms. Norton is not licensed to practice in California. It's not clear from your question whether your daughter was just charged...

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I was aressted for possession of meth, i plead not guilty now its going to trial what do i do next?

John's answer | Answered on June 10, 2010

Please note that Ms. Norton is not licensed to practice law in California. Health and Safety Code § 11377(a) prohibits possession of meth, among...

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If a SF officer failed to write the correct year of my license plate and yr of veh. on ticket, can this be used for a dismissal?

John's answer | Answered on June 08, 2010

Then you can forget these two defenses which are not really defenses at all but typos the officer made in writing the ticket. He will be allowed...

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Strong-arm robbery

John's answer | Answered on June 08, 2010

Robbery means theft accomplished by means of force or fear. PC 211. The value of the goods has no bearing on what you did, neither does the fact...

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I have a drug charge for possision will it be reduced to a mis and what will happen on my first court date.

John's answer | Answered on June 08, 2010

Are you the same one who has the open container charge at Pismo Beach? Must be a happening place. Neither I nor anybody else on this forum can...

John M. Kaman's Answers (17636)

Is it true that they are going to start giving 35% in san bernardino county jails? Is it retroactive and when does it start?

How do i know if any of my rights were violated during a detainment for suspicion of petty theft by security?

How much time do these charges carry?

Will the district attorney offer more deals? Should I take them?

What to do in this case what can happen with mesdemeanor assault also have a sexual battery charge that didnt go to court

How do i get my daughters record clean after a misdemeanor?

I was aressted for possession of meth, i plead not guilty now its going to trial what do i do next?

If a SF officer failed to write the correct year of my license plate and yr of veh. on ticket, can this be used for a dismissal?

Strong-arm robbery

I have a drug charge for possision will it be reduced to a mis and what will happen on my first court date.