Can Someone Else (A Family Member) Go To Your Arraignment On Your Behalf If Your Un Able To Make It?

That usually doesn't work out too well; however, it is better than not showing up at all. He is going to need an attorney to straighten it out...

Can the police ask me personal questions about a juvenile offense if I'm pulled over and have passengers?

This is unfortunate but it happens all the time. It is not uncommon for a police officer on a "routine traffic stop" to question someone about all...

Live Scan for Volunteer / Contractor job - Does it make a difference which form I use I have a CA expunged petty theft.

I think Mr. Corson's answer is correct. However, city, county, and state schools generally can access expunged convictions. As long as it is a...

I would advise a client never to contact the DA directly. You might want to focus on other things and ride it out. However, if you really must...

I went to purchase a firearm and I was denied because (136.1 intimidation of a witness) is it possible to clear my record.

Do you have a conviction for 136.1 or to you have a protective order? If there is a protective order in place you definitely can't own, possess,...

Was I “convicted” of a crime? Will there be a record of what happened to disqualify me? Did the diversion program erase it?

Your instructor is wrong. You can get into the nursing program with a conviction but they will evaluate it carefully. Usually, things like seven...

Is it legal for a teen to be arrested and processed in the system for not wear a bike helmet?

Doesn't sound right. Did you hear that from the teen? Or some other third part? Might not be the real reason.

Is Hayward Parks (HARD) "After hours section 7A" and "Alcohol Prohibited 16A" citation an infraction or misdemeanor?

The 7(A) can be a misdemeanor or infraction as referenced by the Rules and Regulations. The Alcohol looks like an infraction. Usually you can...

I was on formal probation, it was terminated 4 yrs ago back in 2009. Can I travel out of the country?

You will not have any problem leaving the US and returning for the probation issue. You should be aware that your previous criminal record...

Someone stole a box of blank personal checks out of my mailbox only I should have a key for and forged one of the checks.

You should file a police report so that you have documentation of the theft should something arise in the future.