Why would a public defender after discussing an offer which was not accepted by the client, file for a 1386?
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Answered on January 02, 2021
It's Penal Code Section 1368 - not 1386. If the client is mentally ill, then he may not be able to understand the nature of the charges or may be...
Who do I contact about my girlfriend's ex giving their 13 year old a gun for Christmas?
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Answered on January 01, 2021
Obviously a child should not have a gun? And you know this because.... But the child couldn't give any details about the gun yet he says it's a...
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How a defendant in custody obtain
bodycams worn by police and pictures on dvd from police that was listed on their discovery?
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Answered on December 31, 2020
His lawyer gets them - not the defendant. I hope he is not representing himself or this is just some minor traffic ticket.
Could a 13 year old that is turning 14 in a month date a 16 year old and would it be bad because of the age gap?
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Answered on December 31, 2020
Dating is not illegal and given that you are close in age to him it should not be a big issue. As long as you understand that minors cannot engage...
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Need help finding a lawyer to fight a 1098(c)(2); 10980(G)(2) case?
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Answered on December 29, 2020
I suspect that you did not have enough money for a decent retainer and most experienced attorneys will not accept a payment plan because they know...
Police went to a former residence with search warrant, can former landlords point to the old tenant? Enough PC for a new S/W?
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Answered on December 29, 2020
Mr. Kaman is right. An criminal defense attorney would have to look at the affidavit accompanying the warrant to determine what the judge reviewed...
What can I do if someone's making false accusations and blackmailing me threatening me
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Answered on December 27, 2020
You signed your truck over to her instead of going to the police? Really? And you still haven't gone to the police but are asking questions to...
Is it illegal to date a minor if you're barely 18 and have known them since you were a minor?
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Answered on December 27, 2020
Dating itself is not illegal and since you live across the county from her, I doubt you're engaging in any sexual activity. However, sending...
Can I date an 18 year old if I am 15?
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Answered on December 26, 2020
While dating without sexual activity is not illegal it is a bad idea for him. The whole 'we won't have sex" will soon disappear once he gets the...
He is 21 and I’m almost 18 is it legally okay?
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Answered on December 24, 2020
No no and no. Almost being 18 means you are still 17 and a minor. Send him nude photos of yourself and you have just committed the crime of...