While it may be grounds for an appeal it is not illegal. Your attorney made the motion for a mistrial and it was denied. The decision to keep a...

Is the sheriff gonna make an arrest or an investigation without giving the person a case number?

No way of knowing but the police can file a police report and the DA can file charges based on "word against word". And.... a conviction in a...

Is it illegal for children to watch pornography??

I think Ms. Koslyn is correct. The question is so absurd and so troubling it does not deserve an answer. No attorney needed but maybe a...

What is the difference between a taking a vehicle without owners consent and joy riding?

Mr. Marshall is correct. There used to be a separate Penal Code Section for joyriding but it was abolished years ago by the Legislature.

He could definitely get charged with unlawful sexual intercourse with a minor as a felony if there was more than a 3 year age difference. Minors...

How can I search police records in Santa Clara, California?

No police reports are not public records so you can't get them.

What are my mentally ill son's chances, picked up for questioning now facing a felony charge?

Sorry to hear about yout son's situation. Assumimg your son has a PD, you should try and get him or her all available mental health records,...

Can ucharge a victim who is in a case that is in court which involved I and a defendant and victim. I was injured by the victim.

Mr. Marshall is correct. You can't charge anyone with anything. You can file a police report and see if the DA decides to file charges. But if you...

I think i might need to see criminal case lawyer but I cannot afford one. What do I do

At your first court appearance you will be asked if you can afford an attorney. If you cannot, the court will appoint the public defender.

Do I have to go to court to get emancipated?

Both Mr. Marshall and Mr. Quintero. Real8stically you are not getting emancispated at 14 years old. How would support yourself WITHOUT going on...