Generally no. If there are exceptional circumstances you can contact the police and ask for an emergency protective order.

What does 9 counts of a 69 pc charge mean? Does it mean a person will be sentenced to 9 times a charge?

Yes. If he is convicted on each count he will be sentenced on each count. Generally prosecutors will plea several counts down into one a or a...

My father is undocumented & was charged with 2 felony, 1 misdemeanor dom violence charges. Will he do jail time or get deported?

It all depends. He could be deported, jail, or jailed and then deported. You should call an immigration attorney right away.

What is bail for and will I get it back?

The bail money likely went back to the bonding agency. You’ll never see the money you paid again. That was the fee for getting the bond.

Can police impound my car for violation of vehicle code 4000(a)(1) if they don't actually charge me with said violation?

Yep. There is separate section that lists out several authorized purposes an officer may tow or impound a car. Registration expired over 6 months...

Does a probation officer know if you’ve had contact with another felon?

Yep. Everything you do with the inmate is recorded either on video or in writing.

Can a police tell you to get on the floor for no reason

They likely had a reason — you just may not have known it. Terry v. Ohio set precedent that police can stop and detain if they have reasonable...

I have received acknowledgement of receipt from my ex and I am not sure what happens next if I sign it and send it

Given that you are living out of the country there could be complex jurisdictional issues in your case. You should consult with an attorney —...

Difference Between: Separation, Legal Separation & Divorce (small quick question please)

You’re not any of those things until you have a judgment issued by the court decreeing you to be legally separated or divorced. After six months...

Can I get some of my husband's tax return for 2019? We are not divorce yet but we are separated.

Under California law all income is community property. Your husband has a fiduciary duty to you to safeguard and use the money for the benefit of...