I missed my court date, and now it's a criminal case. What can I do?

I assume this is a regular speeding or traffic ticket. It is very, very unlikely you will go to jail. You should go to the Court and get a new...

How do i get a petty theft case dismissed?

I agree. You need to hire a criminal defense attorney. Chances of this just getting dismissed without one are not high.

One option is to hire a traffic attorney to handle the trial date. They can appear without you being present. California has a number of firms...

Maybe. But most likely they will just re-refer you to the program to complete your classes. It is best to handle this ASAP.

This does not make sense. Why did you agree to this payment plan if you are innocent? They cannot press charges they can only file a report. The...

Can I sue my roommate for fraud if I’m not on the lease ?

Do you have a contract with your roommate in which they stated that you will pay a certain percent of the rent. Or did she other was misrepresent...

First how old is your son? Assuming he is over 18, he can show up to the arraignment and set this for trial and hope the officer does not show and...

If the officer put wrong code on traffic ticket could it be dismissed?

Yes. They could just re-file. But I had a case like this a couple years ago and got it dismissed. Contest this ticket.

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Can the police search my bags without my consent if the loss prevention accuses me of shoplifting?

Sounds like you are facing criminal charges and so is your mom. You need to hire a criminal defense attorney immediately. Petty theft is a...

I was scammed by recruitering company and looking for a legal help.

What are your "actual damages" which you were scammed out of?