How do I rescind a restraining order request in California ?

A "No HAM" order is an order to not Harass, Annoy or Molest the protected person. If you don't want such an order, and you never requested one,...

If I ask for a public defender at hearing how long will it delay my case and does it aggravate the judge/DA? For drunk in public

Not at all! It is your constitutional and legal right to have effective counsel at public expense per the U.S. Supreme Court (Gideon v....

At drunk in public hearing, will I hear my punishment/sentence before or after I plead guilty? Can I ask for informal diversion?

Definitely ask for a public defender attorney. If you can afford it, you might seek private counsel here on avvo. Good luck!

I have to disagree with some of the above answers. Under AB 109, he cannot get state prison for a felony DUI and a probation violation. He can...

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Do i need an attorney to fight a restraining order.

Yes, you should get an attorney to do this. There can be a stay away order, a move-out order, and other things. Such an order will be recorded in...

Asking this question here is a start. This is not a DUI question; I've re-classified it here. Putting up a free ad or inquiry in Craigslist...

I have a suspended license,car insured..Lady hit me and made a dent in my car. i was cited for driving w/o valid license. now??

As you probably know, it is a crime to drive if you know your license is suspended, irrespective of the civil/accident issue. There may be an...

Can I get them back

Congratulations on doing a great job as a mother. Find the best family law attorney you can find here on avvo, and get a consultation with him or...

Assuming there is reasonable cause (a 19 year old holding a can of beer would qualify), then your friend must provide ID and give her biographical...

Can I pay restitution fine for my inmate?

Pay restitution for your inmate? Are you the victim in a domestic violence case? If you are the victim, you can simply say you don't want any...