Can I get my kids back if they get adopted? Had a new born baby they took her away too can I get her back?

An adoption is FINAL. Once the children are adopted, you cannot "get them back." Do not sign away your parental rights. Hire a family law...

I am ordered to appear in court for revoked probation for not paying fines for a few months. Will I be arrested and jailed?

The letter that you received requires your appearance in court. Otherwise, a warrant will issue for your arrest. You should try to go prepared to...

Can I pay money instead of sheriff swap? I've heard people in my repeat offender class say they did. The county is San Mateo,CA

A lawyer might be able to negotiate a now jail deal by offering to pay a larger fine. Most judges will not do this as if favors the wealthy over...

How to grant a motion for early termination of probation for 2nd DUI?

First off, there is a mandatory 3 year period of probation for a DUI. You can be placed on probation for up to 5 years. Working on your PhD is a...

My fiancee is incarcerated currently and I was wondering if prop.47 is something that he can use.....

Other counsel who have answered your inquiry are correct. Nobody can answer your question without more information. Was he recently arrested or...

If you were placed in a group home by order of a court or juvenile court placement unit, you might be in violation of a court order. If you are...

My understanding of the law is that a DUI requires a minimum of 3 years of probation. So, I don't know how successful you will be in petitioning...

What can I do about a son who physically assaults me?

This is technically not a criminal law question. I understand your dilemna. There is likely a substance abuse issue or a mental health issue. You...

How severe is VOP (first offense) for a 5 year felony probation in Santa Clara county?

It is very likely that you will be facing prison time based upon a violation of probation for having committed a similar offense in a neighboring...

Called on the record

'One the record" as opposed to 'Off the record" means that that portion of the hearing is either recorded or reported. There is a court reporter,...