For my pre-trial, I hired a private criminal defense lawyer. If this case goes to trial, can I get a public defender?

The court must appoint you to the public defender's office. You will have to qualify for their services by filling out a form declaring your...

I just recently got a ticket for driving without a license. I lost my license for DUI over 10 years ago. What happens now?

It depends on the court. Usually if your license is suspended because of a DUI, they will charge you with a 14601.2 VC. This typically comes with...

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If I have a petty theft on my record from six years ago is it going to disqualify me when I apply for my RN license?

Get an attorney. The board could disqualify you, but more likely will require a probationary period if it does anything at all. Get an attorney...

My friend got cited for battery charge at a bar in San Francisco. Any chance case can be dismissed? What should he do?

He should get an attorney. It could be dismissed with the proper investigation and aggressive advocacy. There's a couple of reasons. First is...

Are alcohol calculators accurate when it comes to how many drinks you have and your alcohol level?

It would depend the size and percentage of alcohol in your drinks. Alcohol calculators are helpful as a rule of thumb, but you will have...

You should get an attorney. The possible outcome can vary wildly depending on the nature of the petty theft and the amount taken. In some cases,...

Car almost hit me I swerved tire popped on ? ppl heard what happened called cops I blew 0.08 cuz red wine with dinner now what?

You should get an attorney immediately. They have to prove you're the driver. Assuming they can prove that, they need to prove you're blood...

Hello so my boyfriend is on probation for 5 years in San Diego County for a felony Dui and a Assault that happened while in jail

You should get an attorney. The short answer is it depends on his previous violations of probation and criminal history. While having a small...

1 year on a misdemeanor, 3 years on a felony. You can occasionally file a Youngblood/Trombetta motion when there's been a long period between...

How much jail time could I face?

See my post to your question.