Often there is no paperwork for a Marsden motion -- a motion to relieve counsel. They are usually done orally, simply by advising the court that a...

What is the cut-off limit to plea bargain for a misdemeanor?

I agree with my colleague. Not sure of LA court system, but most courts do not allow plea bargaining on date of trial; even then it would depend...

I'm 18 a senior in high school with a dr recommendation for medical marijuana can I be under the influence at school

The 215 card allows a person to use and possess, but not to be 'under the influence' in public. Don't know if this helps, but my guess is you...

Is burglary a felony or misdemeanor

Burglary is a felony. And, what is the hassle of getting in touch with your defense attorney?

Trial court rules procedure

Assuming you are represented by counsel it would generally not be proper for the judge to ask if you wished to testify. The judge would know that...

I need to know if there was just recently new court decisions reguarding person convicted of a 290 offence and if they can have

I agree with the prior answer and question whether the mailings you keep getting are ethically proper and whether you should send a copy to the...

Based on my 8yr old conviction, my judge said I was on drugs and abusing people b4 hearing my case how do u get her to recuse?

Other than simply asking, which is a good choice as suggested by Ms. McCall, you might want to review CCP section 170.1 which involves a request to...

I need to know how to go about getting a wrongful sentencing NOT VERDICT just the sentencing fixed or modified for my boyfriend.

An unauthorized sentence (one that the law does not allow) can be corrected at any time that it is brought to the court's attention. Unless the...

I agree with the other attorneys. Hire counsel or have the Public Defender appointed. I am assuming you are an adult, but if still a minor other...

I am being accused of welfare fraud for not reporting earning and wages from two years ago what can I do?

It is important not to give out any more facts on this service, since it is visible to the public and to law enforcement. However, if you have...