Is it legal for a 52 year man to have sex with a 17 year old in califor

Not legal unless they are married. Promising a job is not relevant to the analysis.

Its a misdemeanor battery charge consider a violent offense?

That depends on who is asking the question. Maybe.

I am currently outside the U.S I found out that there is a warrant for my arrest in CA. Will I be arrested at the airport SFO?

An attorney may be able to get the warrant lifted. You should hire one regardless since you are facing something criminal. You should be able to...

Grand juries are always secret as the other poster told you. In addition, the Grand Jury can indict on the testimony of one, two or any number of...

This "bad" decision as you put it will effect your future if you don't make a "good" decision now. A good decision for a 36 year old woman, who is...

Potential theft charge, exremely devastating, please advise

You should not speak to an DA investigator, cop, detective or anyone about this matter. You should immediately hire an attorney to protect your...

A dismissal depends on whether you or your attorney bring a motion to dismiss based upon a due process violation of the Constitution. Now the delay...

Boyfriend was arrested penal code charge is hs 11378 in sacramento county that is possesion of controlled substance for sale why

The difference between possession for personal use and for sale is a matter of degree. Remember also that the charge does not require actual sales...

Domestic Violence

Domestic violence is very serious. You say that you he is denying hitting but you "need to know". I am not sure what you need to know. Late...

I had $17,000 seized by the DEA via UPS shipping. If I am willing to forfeit the $ and walk away, will it be a criminal case?

Will you need a lawyer? Yes for two reasons. (1) To assist in getting the 17k back and (2) Because there may be criminal charges to follow. You...