Very little since it is out if your hands. The DA represents the people not you. Once you gave a statement to the cops then it became the...

In the case of a residential burglary, is the restitution fine given equivalent to the cost of the stolen items?

The restitution fine is a government mandated fine set by statute and has nothing to do with victim restitution. For a felony, it can range...

Can a felon beat a loaded firearm charge,if he had no knowledge of the loaded firearm that belongs to passanger.

Guess what - the passenger is a moron. Guess he never heard of joint possession. so yes they can both be held responsible. And of course the...

My son was questioned by his teacher called him a lier and threatened him with calling the police if he didn't tell the truth.

Schools have the authority to conduct investigations affecting the school and questioning students is allowed. Parents do not have the legal right...

My criminal defense attorney is about to withdraw from my case. can I request the help from the DA?

The Court will appoint the PD if your attorney is permitted to withdraw from your case. The DA is the office that is prosecuting you. However, I...

Are you a lawyer? So why would go to a judge unless you are in pro per? If a confidential informant was involved, then your LAWYER needs to file...

When you go to court ask for a public defender unless you have several thousand dollars for a retainer. Don't discuss the case with anyone other...

Does my son have rights?

You do realize that custody is only one issue? Since your son was an adult, he can be charged with misdemeanor unlawful sexual intercourse with a...

Sorry for your loss but you signed a binding contract so you still must pay the bail premiums.

Do I have to disclose an arrest for drug paraphernalia when going for my LPN nursing license?

You will have to notify the BRN of your arrest because when you apply to be licensed, the BRN will do a background check with the California...