Arrested in sting operation in SF 4 years ago. Is the wiretaped conversation a record available to the general public ?

No, the wiretapped converstaion is not available to the public.

He shoudln't have been talking to the police at all,much less admitting he was at the scene. He needs an attorney but even with one he must learn...

You were charged with a misdemeanor which could mean up to a year in jail (although no one ever gets the max). You still need a good attorney...

I am concerned about my sentencing and I dont know what to expect when I go to court.

You'll get used to jail. The first night is the worst for everyone, particularly the druggies. After a few days you'll lose that claustrophobia...

There is no average. Some attorneys charge more than others, usually because they specialize in the field. Likely you will need an expert witness...

Do I need to retain an attorney? I was stopped at Walmart for shoplifting but it was an honest mistake.

Do you have any idea how many times we hear the excuse that "I just had to run out to my car for a minute?" And it's always an "honest"mistake,...

My boyfriend got a 60 month probation but is also being held for ICE How does this work?

A probationary sentence can mean sometime in jail followed by a supervised release. Your friend will not be released but turned over to ICE when...

Can a bech warrant get appealed ?with the help of an attorney?

There is no appeal from a bench warrant because it is not a final judgment. Only final judgments can be appealed.

An Alford plea simply means that the defendant agrees there is enough evidence against him that he would be convicted at trial. A nolo plea simply...

Penal code section 16 provides as follows: Crimes and public offenses include: 1. Felonies; 2. Misdemeanors; and 3. Infractions. An...