Can my friend expunge his record?

There is no such thing as a true expungement in California. When people use the term, they are usually referring to a dismissal under Penal Code...

Only the District Attorney can file a criminal case. When the cops ask if you want to "press charges," they are really asking if you are willing to...

How do I press charges against my tax preparer who stole from me?

Individuals can't "press charges." Only the District Attorney can file a criminal case. You can make a report with your local police or sheriff's...

Can I renegotiate the terms involved in a bail bond contract where primary house was used as a collateral?

You can contact the bond company... but if the bail was so high that they wanted your house as collateral, they may not be willing to negotiate.

What to do

It means you have to show up to be photographed and fingerprinted. You have the right to remain silent, so USE IT. If law enforcement asks you...

Sacramento county jail released inmate.

I suppose anything could happen. If he has an outstanding warrant for another case, he might be arrested on that. The possibilities are...

California law allows you to continue to operate a vehicle between the time you pay the registration and the arrival of the new tags. Contact the...

Get your license renewed before your court date. The judge will likely dismiss the case if you pay a small correction fee.

It probably refers to Penal Code §273a(a), child abuse or neglect under circumstances likely to cause great bodily injury or death. That last part...

Can I expect my case to be dismissed, the longer it takes for the blood work to be filed?

The DA has up to a year to file charges. Sometimes the government's labs are backed up with work. The results of the test, not the time it takes...