A friend of mine is currently going to jail for the second time in 2 months for drug charges. He does not take drugs.

Has he been sentenced? Did he have an attorney represent him? He should talk to an attorney because he may qualify for treatment or Prop. 47...

Appeal process

Mr. Fox outlines the deadline/procedure for appeal, depending upon the situation. You will need the retain an experienced attorney in your area...

He will more than likely do half of the sentence minus credits. If there is jail overcrowding, he could do less time. Ask his attorney.

Generally he would do half minus the credits. However he could be released earlier, depending upon jail overcrowding. Ask his lawyer.

My father in law got charged with 245(a) 1

He could be charged with either a felony or a misdemeanor. Will he have to do jail time - probably. What he needs is an experienced criminal...

How can I have a case re-opened? What is the first step? The process?

You do not state if you entered a plea of guilty/no contest or if the case was dismissed. If there was an entry of a plea, you can file a petition...

Is it likely I could be charged with giving away prescription drugs even if that's not what was given?

My colleagues are correct - you need to stop advertising/posting/joking about/making statements about any possible alleged crime. It is an ongoing...

Incomplete traffic ticket and abuse of power.

I agree with Mr. Finnecy - what is your question? If you are asking about whether or not to challenge the ticket, my advise is yes, do so. You...

If the court order is specific that communication is only via email, then his texts are a violation of the court order. You should save those...

Should I fight this speeding ticket?

Fight the ticket by setting it for trial. The officer may not appear in court and you win. Or you can hire an experienced attorney who practices...