What's a random person? A person who claims to be a cop but isn't in a uniform? Did the badge indicate he was a cop? Did you ask him if he was a...

Can I have my sentence reduced?

Why didn't your lawyer seek to get you on misdemeanor diversion? Did you tell your lawyer about your future plans and obligations in Phoenix? Did...

If by "under AB 109" you mean he was convicted of a felony that is to be served under Penal Code section 1170(h), then he'll serve all the time in...

Filed charges

You could try, but don't expect charges to be dropped. If charges have yet to be filed, then try to prevail on the DA not to file charges and have...

I wanna know if my bf will actually be charged if the victim or witnesses don't show up to court or testify against him?

Did your boyfriend's sister and her boyfriend witness what happened? If so, they're witnesses to the shooting. If the victim went to the...

You have a constitutional right to be represented by counsel. People who can't afford to hire an attorney for the type of case they have normally...

Here's the catechism: a guilty plea can be set aside according to California law, but a motion to set aside must be brought according to time...

Does California have any for time offender programs?

I used to be a public defender for many years. You deserve better treatment. I have heard that the San Diego office has good, hardworking...

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Should I plea 'not guilty' to a marijuana infraction ticket?

Kellett, a 1960 case, said a prosecutor can't split causes of action for offenses committed during a single incident. If you pled guilty to the...

How could I lift a probation?

You don't have what is called "standing" to lift probation. Only he has standing to seek an early termination of probation, but it's probably the...