How can I help get an early release for my son who is serving 15 yrs. for violent crime. The 15 yrs is because he had a past.

If it's past the time for appeal there's almost nothing that can be done. If there's new evidence that suggests that your son might be factually...

I got a DUI charge on 03-30-11, the DMV has extended my license untill 08-31-11 & the DMV hearing it's on 05-17-11

Your attorney can perform your APS hearing without you being present. If you want to see the police reports then contact your attorney and ask to...

Our son was arrested and we were wondering what his sentence might be.

It looks like your son is facing a lot of serious felony charges. You really need to find out what evidence there is, and whether it supports all...

If i get told that im going to court, but going to go out of town is it possible to reschedule?

If you fail to appear and also fail to hire an attorney to represent you then you could be looking at additional misdemeanor charges. You need to...

When does probation start? From the date of the defendant release from jail or from the date the plea is entered?

Probation starts when the defendant accepts probation at sentencing and signs the probation order. Jail time is just one of the several terms of...

I was ordered by the judge to commit myself to jail for three days for missing the swap program for my DUI conviction.

Mr. Driessen, thank you for confirming my opinion. Would you mind telling me what code section provides for the minimum 4 days in jail before...

What are the chances of my DUI charge getting dropped or reduced to wet reckless driving?

I've seen several cases with similar facts get "Wet Reckless" offers from the District Attorney. One thing that doesn't make sense is that your PAS...

I was ordered by the judge to commit myself to jail for three days for missing the swap program for my DUI conviction.

You will likely do three actual days. I have seen several county jails that do not provide time credits in cases with under 4 days in custody. I'd...

2nd offense petty theft, as an adult.

I agree with the helpful posts above. One other point is that you may be eligible to plea bargain to an infraction petty theft at the discretion of...

In a worst case scenario you can be sentenced on the charge to which you plead guilty for DEJ. This could be a felony, misdemeanor, or arguably...