I have several different theft priors. I recently caught a petty theft case under prop.47. How much time am I looking at?

You didn't catch a petty theft case under Prop 47. You caught one under PC 484-488. If the amount is under $950 you are looking at a potential 6...

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Can I report a criminal offence if I'm not the offended party?

The Sheriff's office is charged with serving such documents. The civil division is in City Hall, not the Hall of Justice. There's a fee and the...

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Is there any way to appeal a judge's decision in a probation violation hearing?

If sentence was imposed then you can appeal it. Given the very low standard of proof for probation violations you have a tough road ahead.

Does prop 47 reduce my felony to a misdemeanor ?

Prop 47 primarily applies to theft and drug possession offense. You might try for a 17b reduction which is more effective for certain things, like...

Can you ask not to be placed on informal probation due to a government job

You can ask for anything. People in hell can ask for is water. Doesn't mean they'll get it.

What are the limitations for a felony being dropped to misdemeanors.

Nothing gets expunged in CA. A case that is dismissed under PC 1203.4 remains on your record along with the conviction and the arrest. Best to...

Can i have my public defender ask the judge to send me to drug rehab instead of prop 36 this is in van nuys, ca

This is a question best answered by your public defender.

How can the property taken in as evidence by the police be retrieved back by the property owner ?

The police will hold onto the property while they are investigating the case. After that if the case is referred to the DA the property will...

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