Are there any pro bono defense attorneys in San Jose I have court again on 2/15 1felony 2 drug charges dropped to misdemeanors

I agree with my colleagues. I doubt very much you'll find a "pro bono" lawyer in SJ willing to take the case. You you know that requesting time for...

In a similar situation in California, the key factors that are considered are: 1) the nature of the offense; 2) evidence of rehabilitation; and 3)...

What are the odds of a early dismissal for my DEJ

The statute is fairly clear that your case cannot be dismissed any sooner than 18 months after referral to the program (PC 1000.1(a)(3) ), so if...

It's difficult to answer the question without more details, but generally jail is not imposed for such an offense. Fines are always part of any...

How much time would he be looking at.

It'si\ impossible to tell you what's likely to happen without much more information. I agree with most of what my colleagues have said. However, a...

I was arrested for shoplifting. I had two items in my hand that I payed for and then I had placed a pack of pencils in my front

First offenders charged with petty theft of merchandise under $50.00 are eligible in most cases for an infraction (490.1). However, in those...

Misdemeanor Vehicular manslaughter charges.

The district attorney's office obviously took its time reviewing the matter and decided to file it as a misdemeanor. You should be happy about...

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Statute of Limitations for DUI.

No "statute of limitations" on having to perform and complete the "multiple offender program." Mr. Burglin's advice is spot-on!

Does the DA have to prove that I was under the influence at the time of my arrest for 11550?

To add to what was previously posted, you may want to check the wording of the complaint. You don't necessarily have to be "under the influence" to...

My dad started trial today and he has 2 cases that have been consolidated on the day of trial today

Your father's attorney did the right thing by making a motion to bifurcate. The judge has the power to grant or deny any motion. If the judge made...