Can I have contact with the 'victim'?

Depending on the terms of your probation, you could be in vioalation, whether or nor she is 18. And if the parents don't like you, you are asking...

Sorry to be the bearer of bad news, but in a sexual assault case, the testimony of a complaining witness is sufficient for a conviction. Period. ...

Can 288a(b) 1 be expunged or sealed?

Yes. A juvenile 288(a) can be sealed. I did it for a client in Sacramento several years ago and was successful. If it is granted, the record is...

What is the charge for having a firearm in a video for a first offender

Clearly there is more information that is missing from this picture in order for him to be charged with a felony. You should consult with a...

How can a man form intent, but the woman can't consent?

When you start talking about a defendant's intent in the context of a general intent crime, which does not require any intent other than the...

The first question he should be focusing on is whether the DA will be filing charges, assuming that the incident was reported to police and they...

What happens if i stole and their was an unavailable witness will that help me in court. misdemeaner cause

If nothing else with all this anxiety and angst, bet you won't shoplift anymore will you?

What responsibility does a criminal defense attorney have whendisclosed evidence he failed to use at trial, yet did not use it.

Without knowing the specifics of your case, it makes it hard to comment. But be aware that not all evidence is necessarily admissible. The...

Expungement in California

While a true expungement statute does not exist in California, nonetheless a 1203.4 dismissal can show a potential employer that you took...

Modesto, CA - can you be charged for swearing at a minor?

With all the serious stuff we have to deal with, you have to be kidding! I rather doubt the DA is going to file charges on something this...