Can a past history of disputes and physical fights neither of which have resulted in a conviction be used against a defendant.

Yes such uncharged conduct can be used against a person under certain circumstances. But a history of altercations, disputes and physical fights...

Mr. Finnecy earlier answer was right on. What do your probation conditions say? Are you on formal probation in a drug case? Is drug testing one of...

Can I use medical marijuana on formal probation in Ventura county?

Mr. Finnecy is right on. What do your probation conditions say? Are you on formal probation in a drug case? Is drug testing one of your...

In certain matters such as sex cases, the law allows it. But even then the attorney has a right to get that information. But in your run of the...

My son was sentenced to 7years prison for robbery ( cell phone value less than 200) and gang enhancement prop 47 can help?

Sorry but Proposition 47 has nothing to do with robberies and gang enhancements.

How far away does a vehicle need to be to be not permissible for impound or search

Once you were arrested and a decision was made to impound the vehicle, then the police can do an inventory search. If you had been arrested and no...

I need a DUI attorney that can protect my nursing license.

Get a criminal defense attorney who handles DUI's and an administrative lawyer to handle the Bureau of Registered Nursing. If a plea is entered,...

Do I report a crime where it happened or where the perpetrator lives?

You can report it to your local police and they will contact the appropriate county where law enforcement in that county will do the investigation....

How do I reduce a felony to A misdemeanor and get my rights restored?

Sorry but a 1203.4 dismissal DOES NOT restore your right to own a firearm. Since California does not have a true expungement statute, what you got...

Can a lawyer not investigate your felony case until the preliminary hearing?

Yes, some attorneys do not do any investigation until after the preliminary hearing because the attorney is probably not going to use any of this...