Reach out now to the Office of Victim Witness Assistance in your county. They may be able to help you. Their services are free. The website for the...

Daughter moved out of state but has a court date on misdemeanor drug charges?

Although your daughter can hire an attorney to appear on her behalf, if she qualifies for drug programs, she will likely have to be in California...

What are her rights? What can she do?

Your friend can seek and obtain a restraining order. She can also inform the police of continued violence. An undocumented person who has been a...

Can I ask for an extension?

I am sorry for your losses. You indicated that your case is very serious and appears to be set for trial. Contact an attorney in your area for...

The class referred to by my colleagues is generally only offered to a defendant once. If you pick up this charge again, the class will not be an...

What rights does a non emancipated pregnant 16yr old have in alameda county California in 2019?

In California, the 16 year old has full rights over her body and her pregnancy. She can decide whether to carry the baby to term or not. But the...

Thank you for choosing me to answer your question. Your question seeks to address the requirements of a Federal Rule of Evidence with a Superior...

I filed a small claims case via electronic fax. Am I required to serve defendant or will the court notify the defendant?

Your claim (small claims lawsuit) must be served. The court will not do this for you. To serve a lawsuit means to deliver a lawsuit, but special...

A judge can order any and all reasonable conditions upon you during the pendency of this case. Typical DUI conditions include but are not limited...

Problems filling out the Interrogatories packet?

No attorney who donates their time on Avvo for free can help you understand the packet. You need an attorney to go through each and every question,...