You may want to demur in this case. You generally must do that at arraignment so don't show up to court without an attorney or you can ask the...

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I was not aware that California permitted PJC. Did this occur in a different state? North Carolina maybe? In any case, there are criminal records...

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In addition to what the attorneys above have told you, just two things you should keep in mind: First, YOU ARE A WITNESS! The DA can subpoena...

Prop 47 and possession of firearms by a restricted person.

No, but Penal Code Section 17(b) may be an option for you. Talk to a local criminal defense attorney or the Public Defenders office.

If one feel's that the DA is not being fair in a criminal case what can be done? How do you esclate it past him?

A jury is above the DA and judge. If you can't get a fair deal, hire a motivated criminal defense attorney or ask for a public defender and go to...

How do I find criminal disposition records in California that are 20 and 30 yrs. old

Have you filed a 1203.4 expungement? Doing so would itself be a way to prove that you competed your sentence because you can't get one unless...

I was attacked in the street by an armed robber. he shot me in the chest.I was taken to the emergency. I don't have insurance

I'm so sorry that happened to you! That's horrible. You may be eligible for assistance under the California Victim Compensation Fund. The...

Depending on the charges, he may have the option to do what is called a civil compromise. This means that your boyfriend could come to an agreement...