My sister was found guilty of MURDER although the DNA was inconclusive, non of the witnesses positively identified her.

Nobody here has the ability to comment on evidence that was presented at trial in a case we have no information about. Your sister's only remedy...

With a federal prior that is now 7 yrs old. and you get an embezzlement charge of $420 can it still be dropped to a misdemeanor?

The penal codes you cited refer to the ability to secure a civil comprise with the victim in a misdemeanor case which will lead to a dismissal. ...

Boyfriebd is charged with 5 counts second degree bulglary

I would certainly not assume, as you apparently are, that this will be charged as a misdemeanor. If the DA has already filed the case as 5...

This is baffling. You claim that you are 100% that your maid stole $5000 worth of jewelry 2-3 months ago but you did not report this to police? ...

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Yes, you should seek counsel that is experienced in helping applicants through the moral character portion of the California Bar. I recommend...

Should I call CPS?

Driving on a suspended license with a (street legal, driveable?) car that was recently involved in a car accident in order to buy another car is...

What will happen with my petty theft charge?

You should do as many hours of community service before the court hearing as you can. If your hearing is next week, do 16 hours this weekend. You...

Is their a chance my son can get 50% time when he goes to prison instead of 85% time this is his 1st time in prison at age 24

The amount of time credits an inmate gets for a given penal code conviction is set by law and not up to "chance". It appears he was convicted of a...

115 officer testimony isn't permitted at a misdemeanor 1538.5 hearing. It sounds like your attorney properly objected so he can follow up with the...

Can a conservator file criminal charges on behalf of someone?

I added the categories "conservatorship" and "conservator" so other attorneys with more expertise in conservatorship law can chime in. I will...