How likely is it that I will receive jail time for a first offense petty theft (484(a)) ?

I understand that Ventura does not offer first time diversion for petty theft. Regardless, of jail, you are facing a conviction that can have...

Sounds like you got extremely lucky. Target often calls the police. When they do, shoplifters face a potential conviction with jail, probation...

This alone will not result in a dismissal.

How can I get a last minute continuance on the small claims court date because new evidence just came in?

Simply ask the Court for a continuance so you can subpoena a witness. Tell the Court you had late discovery.

If i have custody and father monitered visits and lives in another state i send kids to visit did i give up custody?

Dear Poster, This post is very confusing. I am not sure what happened here. I do not see how custody changed because the kids went to visit...

Stay away from the store. You will receive a civil demand letter in the mail. Generally, my advice is to not pay it.

Dear Sunnyvale Poster, This is a serious charge. You need to hire an experienced local criminal defense attorney. These things do not just get...

The father of my three kids is currently in custody I had restraining orders and physical custody I somehow lost it I need help

I am unclear what your question is. Your post is confusing. It appears your DVRO was denied because you were not in the courtroom when your case...

How do I found out if I still have a bent warrant? I've been on the run since ?

Call the court clerk or call a bail bondsman. Ask them to run a warrant check.

Why did the attorney take my money and said that he would handle the VOP?

It is unclear from your post what your question is. You hired a lawyer to handle your VOP. Did they?