I was told I am able to have a copy of my police report , the charge is under the influence of a controlled substance,

You are in San Jose. San Jose Police Department's policy is not to allow the release of the police report until after your first court date (the...

Given these facts, the emotional reaction may be to want to file a suit against the victim or to try to file suit against the police and jail....

I need an experienced attorney who can successfully get dismissed PC 647 F case in San Jose.

This is a very straightforward type of case to handle. Many times we can convince the DA not to file the charge. When we do it is sometimes...

There are a few points here. One, if you had no charges filed against you then there is no "case" to dismiss. Charges were never filed. Secondly,...

Does this constitute prostitution/soliciting?

There are tons of "myths" out there about this crime. That if you ask someone if they are a cop they have to tell you the truth. That if you don't...

Do I need to hire a lawyer? and what charges would I face?

Agree with everything that was said here..especially the comments about being careful as to what is said on twitter and facebook. It would not...

A background check stated that I have a warrant for my arrest in Santa Clara County in California. I was not aware of this and

I agree. It is best to be proactive on a case like this. Especially if you are doing a background check, the sooner you get started, the sooner...

Unlike some other Counties that have "diversion" classes or "court approved" theft awareness program, Santa Clara County does not have such a...

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Agree with the previous answer. The MOST important thing is for him to start trying to get his license back. Once he has a court date most Judges...

When should I get a lawyer, I got caught shoplifting yesterday?

If you have a "notice to appear" citation you will most likely have one misdemeanor filed against you by that court date. It is possible but not...