Criminal defense atty promised vigorous representation; did a 180 at court. Has shown no belief whatsoever in defending client

While my colleagues suggest it was a big misunderstanding, it sounds more like you hired someone who lied to you in order to get retained. There...

I hired an attorney but the person accused was deported by inmigración do i still have to pay the attorney

You need to look at the attorney fee agreement but I suspect you will still owe the money, although some attorneys will do a refundable fee retainer.

Seems reasonable, but if the attorney cannot settle your case pre-trial, then what? He or she asks to be and you get a public defender and the...

How can I appeal a strong robbery sentenced 18.9 years with no prior convictions and co defendent only gets 4 years

Need to file a notice of appeal within 60 days on the court approved form with the clerk's office in room 101 at the appeals window. Unless a...

What are the consequences if the girl is 16 about to be 17 & the guy is 19 & she is pregnant?

Very simple. Guy gets charged with statutory rape and is responsible for 18 years of child support payments. Due to the less than 3 year age...

What to expect for an arrest of PC 503 with no prior record?

Depending on the facts and circumstances and the amount allegedly embezzled, community service or work project is a definite possibility as well as...

If you are out of custody, what's the rush? It sounds like you are doing ok and if the DA wants to screw around, let him. The only reason I would...

My husband is being charged with 49 felony corporate charges. His bail is 1.7 million dollars and a 1275. Pro bono atty needed.

While I don't know your husband's particular circumstances, I think most attorneys would be insulted to be asked to work free of charge. Do you...

What type of evidence is needed to convict someone on PC 261(a)(2) and PC 288(B)(1) ?

The simple answer is her testimony, if believed by a jury, is sufficient for a conviction. Do not need DNA, medical evidence, photos or any other...

Criminal charges felony with a strike California

Sorry but a preliminary hearing does not "lock in" the charges under some circumstances. Usually the agreement is that the DA can add any charges...