Appeals are generally limited to questions of law, that is, mistakes made by the judge or prosecutor. It is possible to appeal where there is no...

Can I appeal a plea from 18 years ago?

You're too late to file an appeal. You can always file the writ described by my colleague but the chances of success are exceedingly slim.

Domestic Violence Case Went to Trial.

Call the District Attorney and complain. He can be restrained from this threatening behavior if he is not already. He's only getting himself into...

If I'm in shock and not mentally capable is it ok for detectives to come in my house and make me sign a search warrant?

The lawyer should be speaking to you. I suspect your husband's mother is paying and that's why he talks to her. But he has a duty to represent...

I won't be in the country for my court date...what will happen next?

A warrant will issue against you which will bar future entry into the US. Judges don't ready letters sent to them by defendants regardless of what...

10,000 inmates being released?

There is nothing pending before the legislature that would require the release of 10,000 prisoners.

How do I calculate a release date ? For some going to prison ?

CDC will do it for you and their release date is the only one you can count on. As a rule of thumb, subtract the actual days already served from...

Is it a violation of my rights of the fourth amendment if I am involved in a traffic stop and a cop searches my car without my p

Maybe yes; maybe no. Consult an attorney who can help you sort through the facts.

What are the implications of answering no on a job or school application concerning criminal convictions?

1203.4 does not expunge, seal or erase anything. Your record is still intact and accessible to those who have a right to see it. You may answer...

MY QUESTION WAS IS MY SON ELIGABLE FOR THE 65% PRISON RELESE

There is no 65% release for anyone. Why this mistaken notion keeps popping up is beyond me.