What are the chances of being granted a Marsden Hearing? If granted, what are the chances of success? Is a 2nd Marsden possible?
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Answered on January 23, 2024
Slim to none. 9 out of 10 Marsden motions are denied so a second one has less chances of succeeding. Yeah its always the PD who is responsible...
Does age of consent apply to sexual activity in California?
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Answered on January 23, 2024
No. Either you report it to the police so he can be prosecuted or you move on. It's that simple. I'm am curious though as why you've waited this...
I’m fourteen and my girlfriend sends me photos of her in a bra I’m also fourteen can I get in trouble for having these?
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Answered on December 09, 2023
Yes you both could get in trouble for possession of child porn so tell her to cut it out. Even if she texts them to you the cell phone companies...
Is it legal to disclose someone's sex offender status?
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Answered on November 21, 2023
I'd be careful because you don't know why he has to register. So you want to get sued for invasion of privacy? Better yet - how about you leave...
Can I petition to be reclassified as a tier 1 sex offender if I’m classified as a lifetime registrant?
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Answered on November 20, 2023
No. Your registration level is set at the time of the plea and cannot be changed. If applicable apply for a pardon.
Will the prosecutor have to give my lawyer a witness list BEFORE my preliminary hearing of the hearing's prosecution witnesses.
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Answered on November 18, 2023
No. Witness lists are only exchanged at trial - not a preliminary hearing. Shouldn't you be talking to your lawyer?
How do I hire any attorney when I have no money?
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Answered on November 03, 2023
It's called the public defenders office. Hiring someone means paying money, unlike most government handouts which you are eligible for so long as...
Can I go to jail if I am 18 and my girlfriend 16 and pregnant ?
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Answered on October 18, 2023
Dad can file a police report for your getting his minor daughter pregnant. It's called statutory rape as a minor cannot consent to sexual...
Can my parole officer restrict me from driving out of state for employment purposes?
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Answered on October 05, 2023
Yes you are on parole so yes you must comply. Your rights as a parolee are virtually non-existent. You can always go back to prison to finish...
Can i get in trouble for allowing a teen stay at my house if they do not feel safe at home?
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Answered on October 05, 2023
Yes. Just because thecteen claimed to have been abused does not allow you to interfere with parental custody. Need to have called police or CPS.