How much time, if any am i looking at if convicted on four counts of HS11379(a) and one count of HS11378

I agree with most of "my brethren" about the potential time that you're facing. However, I am not so jaded about recovery being so dreary. The...

The statutory requirement for a hearing within 72 hours applies to a new arrest on new charges. It does not to my knowledge apply to violations of...

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Should I get a lawyer too?

You, your husband and your son have done everything in your power correctly. The difficulty and stress comes from not knowing what will, or will...

It is unlikely that this clerical error will help you. The error will be noticed when attorneys read the police report and the court will give the...

25 years ago i was charged with assault can it be used as a prior

The direct answer to your question is: Yes, your prior assault can be charged. However, how it affects the current offense depends upon whether it...

Search warrant and subsequent arrest - What is time limit out of custody for pros to file? See details Felony

Yours is a complex question to answer. Much depends upon the charges filed that determines the "Statute of Limitations." There is, for example,...

What kind of cases does Department 33 in Santa Clara County oversee?

Department 33 is a Felony Criminal Department.

It is good that the amount of loss is small. Your prior conviction for shoplifting was 12 years ago and that is a good thing, and a bad thing. It...

Is it possible to gain restitution for medical expenses from a bar for injuries perpetrated by the bouncer?

Most bars have security video these days. You should immediately consult with and hire an attorney and subpoena the security video. Many places...

PV hearing May1 in Contra Costa County, CA for non completion of DUI prog and owe 1800 in fines What's going to happen to me?

So, have you already pleaded no contest to the DUI charge despite the fact that you maintain that alcohol was not involved? There may not be much...