Will a misdemeanor domestic battery charge prevent me from becoming a licensed attorney?

There are two parts of becoming a lawyer. Passing law school and the bar exam are the first hurdle. There is also the ethics part of the...

If it was your first DUI and NOT a vehicular homicide, you should be able to get your license upon signing up for the Drinker Driver Program. You...

What if I'm not certain about a dui arrest? Should I still contact a lawyer?

DUI in California is very much like a "strict liability" case. You were driving with 0.08% of alcohol in your blood. Even with a scientific...

You should have done everything to have found a way to complete your sentence. AND you should have contacted the court much earlier than 1 1/2...

What is the advantage of hiring a lawyer before arraignment vs after the arraignment in a domestic violence case?

I get hired both ways. the advantage to hiring an attorney before the arraignment is that the attorney could contact the supervising DA of the...

Can you with drawl a plea in juvenile criminal court

I respectfully disagree with other counsel, who answered your question. Since the sentencing is still out 2 weeks, you may hire an attorney to...

Should my son plea guilty or not guilty? Should he ask for community service and maybe take a shoplifting class.

You are asking lawyers whether or not THEY think that your son NEEDS a lawyer. Of course he does. Your son also needs counseling. If this is...

Can I move out when I'm 18 but still in high school ?

Mr. Marshall's advice is true. I suggest that you look into the California laws about "emancipated minors." While most people believe that 18 is...

Can somebody help me.

I admire your intentions and your efforts. Perhaps, you should have consulted an attorney before your attempt to Unionize your plant. You might...

How much time can I get for haveing a box of bullets

You cannot be in possession of something that you did NOT know was there. If you were in a friend's car you were likely both charged. You do NOT...