Have you ever seen a first time convicted defendant of a non-violent misdemeanor be denied alternative sentencing?

Yes. But cases are fact specific so if one practices long enough one sees all kinds of outcomes in criminal matters. As the other attorneys...

Does it show on my background check?

Do a livescan for a dispositive answer to your question. However if you were simply cited at the scene and not taken to the station where you were...

How much jail time will someone do if they did fraud on a check of $700?

If the matter is not filed by the DA or the DA subsequently dismisses the matter for proof problems, the allegation will result in no jail...

I got caught at walmart for petty theft would i do jail time?

Under California law you face jail time even for a first time petty theft conviction. In reality, as the other attorneys pointed out, it's...

Is it extortion if someone says they won't sign an affidavit unless I pay them?

I agree with the other attorneys, there's no criminal violation of extortion here. This is a civil dispute, perhaps your ex-boyfriend is being...

I have a friend who was arrested and charged with forgery.. He went to court and more charges PC 459-2 M, PC470(A)F, PC470(DM..

It means he should lawyer up. If he already has an attorney fighting for him, he should rely on that attorney's advice since he surely knows more...

What are the consequences from a code section 484 "shoplifting" at a Walmart?

You should definitely contact an attorney regarding this incident. Alamdeda is stricter than other counties in regards to petty theft allegations....

You need an aggressive attorney to fight for you against these serious allegations. The fact that you have an alibi witness bodes well for you but...

There is definitely a chance that the matter could end in a dismissal. There could well have been problems with the stop, the breath or blood test,...

Does anyone know if the Sacramento County jails are overcrowded?

I agree with the other attorneys. All county jails are overcrowded, some may be unconstitutionally overcrowded as the USSC found the Cal. state...