How do I file a petition for court date in Santa Clara County, CA

It's unclear what you were convicted of and whether it was a juvenile or adult conviction. Juvenile records can be sealed, adult records cannot be...

First DUI. BAC 0.08. VC 23152 (A) & (B). Fight or plead in San Mateo, CA?

Why did you hire this attorney if you were going to doubt his professional opinion and seek "outside advice"? Your attorney knows much more about...

First of all since this is a civil case, it has nothing to with "criminal defense". However the issue of juror misconduct is largely the same. As...

What if I was not read my miranda rights when they questioned me? Does anything like questioning me before arrest matter?

Miranda prevents DA from offering defendant statements made during custodial interrogation in case in chief. If defendant takes stand at trial,...

False police report filed on various family members for battery. In retaliation for reporting 8 years of sexual abuse

You should hire an attorney ASAP to protect your right and to deal with the government on your behalf. Good luck

Can the police enter into a criminal conspiracy to solicit consent to a battery, thereby removing legal remedy from the victim?

Your question is unclear. If you are facing criminal charges you should hire a defense attorney ASAP. Good luck

I need to find a low cost/pro bono appeal lawyer around Santa Clara county

A free appeal is provided by the California appellate project, assuming your husband timely filed a notice of appeal. I'm not sure if he's already...

My husband had a DUI w/injury to another and had only been a legal resident for about 2 yrs will it affect his status later?

By "record clearance" I assume you are referring to pc 1203.4 relief (commonly referred to as "expungement", though it's not really true...

Can my friend still get arrested/charged for something that happened 7years ago?

The statute of limitations is expired both for a criminal or civil case. Advise your friend not to talk to law enforcement about anything in the...

I need to know my options on a felony possession of heroine

Hire a Fresno criminal attorney and discuss your options with him. Most attorneys offer a free initial consultation. In the meantime, I suggest...