Yes, it's a felony violation of Penal Code section 4573, punishable by up to four years local (or "county") prison. There is no requirement of...

What happens at an arraignment hearing?

She will receive a copy of the complaint, which is a document describing the charges against her. The judge will make sure her name and date of...

Can I serve jail time instead of completing drug court?

It all depends how much jail time you would be willing to serve. If you were to serve less than the remainder of one year (at half time or less),...

The presumption in favor of the use of lethal force to defend against an intruder only applies when the force is used "within" the residence...

Trespass is not a lesser included offense of burglary because it is possible to commit a burglary without committing a trespass. (Californian...

What will happen if she doesn’t show up to her court date ?

A warrant will be issued and there will be a very real possibillity of jail time where before there was none.

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What sort of help are you looking for, exactly?

Husband got a misdemeanor ticket for having a concealed handgun in car. It is registered to him out of state. Can he go to jail?

In the event of a conviction (as a result of a plea or a jury verdict), it would be very unlikely that your husband would have to serve any time in...

Yes, the judge can (and should) shut down a ranting personal sovereignty egotist.

My first time being accused of abusing or endangering health of a child, willful threat of crime, and threatening with a weapon.

It is unlikely you will serve time in jail. If you are convicted, you would most likely be allowed to serve any jail time on an alternative...