Can I file a restraining order against my adult son who lives with me and is verbally abusive and verbally threatens?

You can file for a restraining order and formally evict him and his girlfriend. I would see if Greater Bakersfield Legal Assistance may be able to...

California extradition misdemeanor warrant

In general, California, like most states, doesn't extradite for misdemeanors. If the crime isn't serious, it would cost too much money to haul...

My son is broke. His car is dead. He is using last money to tow car to junk. Has young kids. Lost job. In CA does he ticket

It depends on what the tickets are for. I have had success getting tickets for registration and some other issues dismissed when I could prove...

Who can be held responsible for hit and run damage to my car?

I agree with Mr. Moss. I would also contact the police and file an incident report.

Can my landlord turn my water off for 24 hours

I would like more information about what happened. If the landlord gave you notice what did the notice say was the reason the water was being...

Can you lower a dui debt after you’ve been charged ?

Dear Berkeley Poster, You do not say which county this is in. I would go to the criminal clerk's office in the county this took place in and...

I live in California and the landlord has lost 2 checks for January 2018 rent, who is responsible for the stop payment fees?

Dear Pacifica Tenant, I agree with Mr. Isquith's answer. I would also send a letter or email to the landlord stating what happened, when it...

Can I be. Charged with someone’s pills

Dear Burlingame Poster, I assume this happened in San Mateo County and the case will be heard in Redwood City. Can you be charged? Yes, you...

On probation got a new charge

Dear Burlingame Poster, I assume this is in San Mateo County. You need to hire an experienced criminal defense lawyer who regularly appears in...

Dear Garden Grove Poster, Two months ago I wrote a "legal guide" on this subject here on AVVO. ...