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I’ve been dating a guy who said he’s 17. But is actually 16 and I’m 19 is it possible to still date this person ?

David's answer | Answered on April 21, 2018

He can’t consent to any form of sexually related contact until he is 18. A movie is just a movie. No crime. Exchange of naughty photos would...

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What can I expect going to court as a first time offender facing (in my opinion) an unnecessary felony charge of 273.5(A)PC?

David's answer | Answered on April 17, 2018

The DA determines if a case will be filed. It sounds like that determination has been made you should speak to new one about the facts of your...

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Will i go to jail as a minor for a first time offense?

David's answer | Answered on April 15, 2018

If the case is a n court and you are out of custody, there is a very good chance that you won’t go to the Hall. That means there was already a...

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IIf I get a joint suspension and one strike what does that mean

David's answer | Answered on April 10, 2018

A partial answer is you would have a prison term imposed but you don’t go there yet, a felony forever (with collateral consequences), a probation...

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What does or will it take to have gun rights restored ?

David's answer | Answered on April 08, 2018

Assuming he is convicted, he will forever lose his rights under Federal law, and CA relief would only theoretically available. Sounds like the...

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Iit's going on three weeks since child services has came or called. how do I k ow it's closed. was never court ordered

David's answer | Answered on April 08, 2018

There isn’t a way to know for certainly n that they won’t be back. Based on them not giving no you some sort of prevention plan, they very likely...

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When is trial?

David's answer | Answered on March 30, 2018

It could go fast, it could go slow. Factors include time waivers, trial tactics, witness availability, courtroom availability, and attorney...

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I have a restraining order on someone and they contacted me and i replied will i be in any sort of trouble?

David's answer | Answered on March 30, 2018

The restrained person is the one who can get into legal trouble. The court has no jurisdiction over a non-restrained person.

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General Neglect, substantiated by DCFS, physical not but using inflammatory allegations of physical throughout petition strike?

David's answer | Answered on March 22, 2018

This is not a DIY situation! The court appointed you a lawyer at the missed court date. Make contact ASAP. You have the right to hire a lawyer if...

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How do I get my son's case to federal court on constitutional violations on his 12 count felony criminal case after 5 1/2 yrs.

David's answer | Answered on March 20, 2018

Doesn’t sound like a case that can be moved to Federal court, the case is still in the CA trial court and CA remedies haven’t been exhausted.

David Allen Brooks's Answers (1364)

I’ve been dating a guy who said he’s 17. But is actually 16 and I’m 19 is it possible to still date this person ?

What can I expect going to court as a first time offender facing (in my opinion) an unnecessary felony charge of 273.5(A)PC?

Will i go to jail as a minor for a first time offense?

IIf I get a joint suspension and one strike what does that mean

What does or will it take to have gun rights restored ?

Iit's going on three weeks since child services has came or called. how do I k ow it's closed. was never court ordered

When is trial?

I have a restraining order on someone and they contacted me and i replied will i be in any sort of trouble?

General Neglect, substantiated by DCFS, physical not but using inflammatory allegations of physical throughout petition strike?

How do I get my son's case to federal court on constitutional violations on his 12 count felony criminal case after 5 1/2 yrs.