Truth is, you can't know. And although you may be tempted it would be a huge mistake to call either the cops or the DA to see what is going on...

I have to serve 12 days in another county but I have a job that I cannot miss in another. what do i do?

If it's not to late you could investigate alternatives to the jail sentence: sheriff's work program, week-end check in; work furlough (they let you...

What is the difference between having a case not filed in court and a case dismissed upon completing petty theft diversion?

There will be a record of your arrest in your criminal history (rap sheet) but employers are not allowed to ask about arrests. They can only ask...

I want to know if i can i can expounge my record if i have a posession of uncontrolled substance felony

If you served time on a state prison offense, even if you were housed in county jail, you are not eligible for dismissal under 1203.4. CA does not...

If I fight a 11377 H&S charge, and it goes to jury trial, and I lose, will I get the maximum sentence penalty because I lost?

If you go to trial and lose you are still eligible for Prop 36 diversion.

Early termination of probation, 1st time offender, petty theft, do I need a lawyer? Or do i stand a chance on my own?

Believe me, in Salinas you will need an attorney...

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How much time will i actually server in county jail for first time offender? And alternatives?

1st degree residential burglary is defined in the Penal Code as a violent felony. Had you been sent to state prison you would do 85% time. As you...

Adult daughter demands letter admitting to molestation as a child 26 years ago in return for not pressing charges. Advisable?

Never admit to anything.

A relative of ours was raped almost 4years ago would. She is now opening to us about it. The man who raped her is in Mexico?

Mexico has jurisdiction over crimes that occur in Mexico. There is nothing that can be done from the US.