Is the presentence probation report used for review by the judge for deciding sentencing--not by the DA for plea offers--yes?

The DA can offer and the defendant can accept a plea bargain anytime prior to sentence being pronounced. The DA can look at the pre-sentence...

You've already stated the charges: 488 - petty theft. This is a misdemeanor criminal offense. Depending on the circumstances, a lawyer may be...

My male friend started a sexual relationship with a woman. He wanted out after she threatened to tell his wife, is it rape?

It's not rape unless one of the parties involved did not consent to sex.

Immigration law. Application for naturalization N400

You need to speak to an immigration law attorney.

I was held illegally by california dept of correction, after my parole date,for approx 4 mnth, even after i won habbeas crps.

Look up some attorneys here on Avvo who practice in your area. Set up appointments with them for initial consultations. Most attorneys will do...

Should I file a claim with my landlord for stolen car items because of broken open gate?

You need to speak to a civil attorney about possibly suing your landlord.

Approx 10 months of court - supposedly having 1st "arraignment" next month any laws governing such delays? See details - Felony

If you waived time, you waived your speedy trial rights. You could pull your waiver and start the speedy trial clock starting again. But, that...

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I have my medical marijuana license and I want my medicine back.

You should discuss this with the lawyer who represented you on the case.

I just got a term of 18 months with half time on a petty theft with 3 priors. I will be serving my time in county jail.

A fed kick? Not if you're in county jail.

Misdemeanor forgery charge dismissed. Will my U-4 pass through?

Speak to an administrative law attorney. Christine McCall in Pasadena is the resident expert here on Avvo.