I agree that you're confusing the second amendment (which relates to an individual's right to keep and bear arms) with self defense which relates...

If police claim "hot pursuit" is how they happened into my house don't they have to prove that their claim is true-

Yes, they must actually have been in hot pursuit and be able to prove that assertion during a suppression hearing. Otherwise any curious cop could...

What if someone mailed a half gram of meth to a friend but it never got there should they be worried

Both the sender and recipient of the mail should be worried as this is a crime. I'm not sure what the question is. Obviously neither sender nor...

FELONY - Potentially incompetent PD's How do I address the court on these ? marsden Motion, Habeas corpus or? (see more details)

Sounds like your pd declared a doubt as to your competency per 1368 which requires suspension of criminal proceedings for a psychological...

I was caught shoplifting at wal- mart, what will happen next. I haven't receive the letter that they said their going to send to

You are best advised to hire a criminal defense attorney asap. The attorney can attempt to convince the DA not to file the matter against you in...

Do I need to hire a defense lawyer for an arraignment on misdemeanor?

Your friend should hire an attorney asap. An attorney can begin working on the case immediately and attempt to convince the DA not to file the...

What is the best way to find a criminal defense attorney? Is there a nationwide association / directory you would recommend?

If you are charged locally with violating a state law, you want to hire a local criminal attorney that regularly practices in the court that you...

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About spice selling charges

From the question and subsequent comments you made, it appears "your friend" has been accused by the government of selling something illegal. Your...

The licensing board will find out about what you were convicted of and the circumstances behind it. They will also hear what you've done since the...

Should I pay for the civil demand fee?

I don't know any attorney who recommends paying a civil demand written pursuant to cal. pc 490.5 notwithstanding your claim to have "read both...