Shoplifted how long does it take to know if I have to go to court?

I agree with my colleagues that you may have lucked out here. Time will tell. Use the experience to think about what might happen to you, and how a...

You would be well-advised to seek out local counsel to handle your San Joaquin case. The arrest is a technical violation of probation, but your...

My nephew showed my son pornography on the internet, is that a crime?

A simple question well-answered by my colleagues. Larger issues present themselves here, however. There may be teachable moments. How old is your...

What usually happens at a pretrial hearing?

These types of court appearances are when the prosecuting attorney and the defense attorney (PD or private) communicate offers, discuss discovery...

Start with getting a consultation with a few criminal defense lawyers in your area. Initial consultations are usually free, and will put you at...

I recommend ear plugs: Cheap, effective, and immediate. Other than that, post your question in the civil arena, for advice on restraining orders...

Can I hire an attorney to represent me to clear a 7 year old FTA warrant from Sacramento CA if I now live in a different state?

yes!

How can i request for an alternative in lieu of a jail time and to who is it available? i

Respectfully, I disagree with my colleagues who state make your attorney earn his money. He or she may well have already earned his fee, given the...

Your attorney can answer that. You have a right to take your felony case to trial within 60 days. It sounds as if you were held to answer on one...

Here's a plausible scenario: A driver at night, generally obeying the speed limit and driving safely for traffic conditions, unexpectedly collides...