Can someone please explain the differences if any?

This is an example of a closing memo once a DA has opened a file but decided, after consideration of the evidence submitted in support of a charge,...

There are some missing facts that make answering your question hard. Are you and adult or a juvenile/over or under 18 years old? Technically, I...

Can Prosecutor submit evidence in criminal case day my Trial starts..

If you're in trial on the first day, I imagine you must be defending yourself or you would have asked your attorney these questions. If you do...

San Berdoo can keep him as a courtesy to LA for up to five days. If LA doesn't come to pick him up in five days, San Berdoo had to cut him loose.

I have a warrant since 2008 but i want to pay money upfront how would i do it?

Assuming the warrant calls for some amount of bail, you could post the bail in cash or via a bail bond company. If the warrant is for "no bail,"...

You said you were charged with petty theft in March 2014 of a store in Modesto. However, you were booked but never charged, at least that you're...

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

At the first hearing, all judges ask defendants whether they want to hire a lawyer, be referred to the PD Officer to determine their eligibility...

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

You cannot be sentenced without first knowing the consequences of a plea of guilty or no contest. If you can't afford a lawyer to handle your...

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??

You're going to be charged with driving on a suspended license regardless of whether you were at fault. The car doesn't carry insurance, drivers...

What you, her mom, or the two teenagers want is not the question. None of you can change the fact that the California Legislature punishes anyone...