I always tell my clients if a co-defendant is testifying, if I know that to be true. The DA is required to inform the attorney if a co-defendant...

Why do i have a warrant issued out for my arrest when i did not violate any thing?

What you have written is exactly what the defense will be to the allegation that you violated the restraining order. You probably need an...

How long does a 2 point Reckless Driving (not wet) conviction remain on Calif license.

This is not a simple question. The Public Defender means to say that after probation, your son can apply for and get a record clearance for his...

Other counsel are correct. There is a 3 year statute of limitations for a felony drug charge. The Feds would not likely pick up a case such as...

If I signed a 3 yr lid for no contest in a false report I have not been to court yet for my sentenceing does it mean

Generally, a 3 year "lid" (or top) means that you will receive no more than 3 years in state prison. This is an unusually high sentence for filing...

Does it make sense for a prosecutor not to ask a grand jury to indict?

You do NOT share enough facts for any lawyer to give a valid opinion. Prosecutors often "over-state" the strength of their case (as sometimes...

I have a court date for DUI

I think that you should get an attorney. What is likely to happen is that the DMV will dismiss the action based upon your arrest for DUI. The...

What should I plea and what are my options for my Minor in Possession of Alcohol ticket (infraction)?

If you are over the age of 18, your case will be handled in the adult court. If younger, it will be handled in juvenile court, where your...

Following up with the dropped charges

IF you are the alleged victim in the case, your question makes some sense. If you are the defendant in the case, then the only thing that you can...

Will I be jailed for embezzlement if I was only cited for what I did?

Your Statement confessing the crime makes proof of the case against you by the District Attorney a simple thing. The amount of time that you may...