How long does it take for the DA to prosecute the suspect for DV?

The DA has up to one year to file misdemeanor charges and up to three years to file felony charges. Some DVs are misdemeanors and some are...

Can my boyfriend be deported when he goes to court for a DUI?

I presume you are asking this question because your boyfriend is not a legal resident. Mr. Marshall gives a correct answer. Generally a first DUI...

Can a British citizen who had a DUI in 2002 and left the country before serving probation return for a visit?

She should definitely consult a CA attorney before returning.

Been in jail for 16 days now. How do I get an arraignment scheduled?

Something doesn't sound right about your facts. He can't be held in jail more than 72 hours without being arraigned. At arraignment, the public...

If i post bail and enter drug program can i be remanded?

Do NOT FTA, If you have a court date, get to court on time however you can short of breaking the law. Have someone else drive you or take a cab...

My friend had a warrant out for his arrest for reckless driving/bodily harm and bail is $100,000. When will get out of jail?

If he can't post a $10,000 bond or get his bail reduced, he'll be in until his case is over. Hire him a criminal defense attorney to make a bail...

CAN I GET ANOTHER CHANCE TO PLEADE MY CASE IF I MISSED COURT?

Mr. Roberts is correct. Consult a landlord-tenant attorney.

Can I apply for differed action

Mr. Hill is correct. You can't apply for deferred entry of judgment. But, you can apply to dismiss the charge under penal code section 1203.4. ...

Will a Counter Request to Set trial by Jury delay or vacate the original court date?

Mr. Solis is correct. It's all up to the judge.

As Mr. Dane points out, it could mean either. In my experience, it more frequently means the maximum potential punishment. But, after conviction...