What is a presentence probation report and why is it necessary before sentencing ?

Mr Marshall's answer is spot on. The fact that they are doing a pre-plea probation report is very positive. Residential burglary is a 2, 4, 6 year...

It may be address theft but not identity theft. If her doesn't live there merely using the address is not a crime that I am aware of. Return to...

Is there a limit on how long a misdemeanor domestic violence charge can be used against me in family court?

Ms. Coston and Mr. Pearlman are both correct. It will always be an issue but it's relevance will be less and less over time. Get a couple of local...

How can I protect myself from false allegations in a custody case

Mr Gorin's answer is spot on. Exchange of children should always take place with a third party witness present. Never be alone with her. Gather the...

When I search for my ticket using my DL # it comes up but with someone else name, can i fight the ticket?

Ms. Myers answer is spot on. Read it again. You can fight any ticket and there are many traffic defense attorneys who charge a very reasonable rate...

Is saying whatcha you looking at a threat

There are always two sides to a story. Schools are afraid these days of alleged threats and criminal misconduct. Police do reports and forward them...

My 80 year old father is being charged with domestic violence and has court for the first time. what is the court process

Penal code 243(e) or 273.5?? have serious consequences if he is convicted. Your dad deserves a great defense attorney or at a very minimum an over...

Can I get my suspended license charge dismissed?

Vehicle Code 14601.2 carries a minimum 10 days jail so yes get your license. The DA will see that and just may agree to reduce to a 14601.1 or a...

If I bail my son on 22,0000 dollar bail what are the chances of him showing up to court being a heroin addict??

I empathize with your conundrum. A heroin addict is a horrible thing to be, you are a slave to a terrible intoxicant. You will say and do anything...

Had a dui in 2011, did sentence and later expunged. 2014, 2 more. Have a lawyer but...

You haven't been charged or convicted???? Why aren't you talking to your attorney since you clearly are represented??? These are all questions...