What can I be charged with in CA for calling an officer an expletive in my own home?

Mr. Silver's answer is on point. A 148 is the default charge for the over aggressive dishonest cop. Invariably when a defendant ends up in jail...

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Whats the maximum time a judge will give me to seek private counsel?

It's unethical for any attorney to make a promise about an outcome in a criminal case. Yes, the attorney might be able to beat the case and obtain...

What happens if I get a second offense in petty theft but my first is cleared by the diversion program.

You need to hire an attorney asap. Certainly the DA will push for a conviction this time around as you already obtained diversion previously. The...

Can I sue or prosecute for child battery 30 years later?

It's quite likely that the criminal statute of limitations has expired in all states where you and your siblings were abused by your parents...

Can I be forced to testify against my husband?

Your best bet is to hire an attorney to help you pursue your goals while adhering to the law. A public forum like this is not confidential. ...

I have a record. Will it become a problem for me to apply for a job?

There's no way to clear an adult conviction in California. Generally a court will consider a 1203.4 dismissal after at least 1/2 of the...

I view obtaining a second opinion from an attorney when facing a legal problem no different than obtaining a second opinion from a physician when...

Criminal Case: Last day for a trial is the 15th, but DA is asking to schedule a new trial date. Should I comply? Can I refuse?

I assume you are representing yourself pro-per or you've copied an email sent to your attorney from the DA. It's not wise to represent yourself,...

Whats the odds of my boyfriend getting deported for a dv charged and a prior but all got droped to a mistermeaner

First domestic violence is one of the worst kinds of "common" crimes which have serious immigration consequences. If he's on a visa, he needs to...

Hopefully you are not facing these charges for you could spend a very long time in prison if convicted as pointed in greater detail by the other...