He should get "good time" credits. In other words, most people would serve 30 days on a 60 day sentence unless these credits are reduced by any...

What should I look for when choosing a defense lawyer for a felony narcotics charge?

Hiring a lawyer is not just about skill level and experience. That's part of it, and I agree with the answers that my colleagues provided, but...

I missed my court date on the ticket. What do I do now?

Some courts have an open calendar and you can just show up. However, your best course of action is to contact the Clerk's office and get a...

Can my record arrest record become sealed in California? and Will it affect me in another state?

The Court in which the records were generated may have an online case information feature. If so, you should be able to get proof that the matter...

Do I have to disclose this when being asked if Ive ever been convicted of a misdemeanor? Will this charge be brought on livescan

This sounds like a local "diversion" program. If it is (which you should verify with a local attorney or court clerk), you have not technically...

2nd warrant on a felony possession case in 2013 for not complying with drug diversion. I want prop 47 applied what should I do?

I agree that hiring a local and reputable lawyer is your best option. You could otherwise turn yourself in to the jail, but may languish there...

How much would an attorney cost to represent me in court for an hs 11357b case?

Ask if you are agreeing to an hourly fee or a flat fee. If the latter, verify whether it is all inclusive (which is rare), or if the flat fee only...

Would it be wise to try and terminate probation immediately after a county to county transfer?

It is probably unlikely that your Petition for Early Termination of Probation would be granted under these circumstances. However, it sounds like...

Can i be chaRGED WITH POSSESSION OF STOLEN POPERTY IF STUFF WASNT AT MY HOUSE OR ANY WERE NEAR ME.

Your assistance in helping the police recover the property should help your case. The factual question with the burglary charge will be whether...

Are there any other options for by boyfriend to do instead of serving time in jail?

His primary concern is probably having his parole violated. The burglary issue depends on whether it can be proven that he entered the Wal-Mart...