In California, once a ticket is issued (given to you), how long does the police officer have to file the citation in court?

I just had a small addition. Often, the more time that lapses between an offense and a court date, the greater the likelihood that the...

Whoa! Before you start talking about pleading guilty, you should speak to an attorney ASAP. This lone breath test and unknown blood result is...

Is there any way to get a hold of a neighbors criminal record? Is it considered illegal if I get a copy of them to use in court?

Many courts post the records of criminal cases online, and they can be found if you know a person's full name. But let's get to the heart of...

For good moral- have you ever been cited? my husband has received speeding tickets , does that count as cited?

Yes. The N-400 form provides a place for an explanation for exactly this type of citation. Generally, a traffic citation (such as a speeding...

No vehicle info on DUI citation

The notice to appear by itself is not evidence. The police will most likely complete an arrest report that summarizes the reasons for their contact...

I gave a statement before i was read my rights, can it be used as evidence?

One question I have is this: when you volunteered the harmful statement(s), were you free to go at that point? Were the statements coerced out of...

The maximum punishment you face for a misdemeanor is one year in county jail, but as my colleagues mention, treating the underlying issues you may...

What is the best way to defend against a speeding ticket?

If you want to have the best chance to beat this ticket, hire a competent traffic lawyer. Some of the best (e.g. Stan "The Radar Man" Alari) can...

My girlfriend has a warrant for 105,000 for violation of probation, for not doing jail time on a 487a m, she was citated out.

It is never advisable to miss a court appearance, especially for someone on probation. If she misses a court date without good legal cause, the...

How do i fill out the Petition for dismissal. I have it but its confusing. I dont know what to put. I need help filling it out.

You should call on several local criminal defense attorneys who regularly appear in Fresno. Ask them what they would charge for help with your...