Is a writ of Habeas Corpus the same as filing an appeal?

The short answer is 'No.' An appeal usually comes after a final judgment (a conviction in a criminal case) and raises issue found in the record. ...

Should I get an atty or is a public defender sufficient, the one (pub def) met the other day didn't seem worth a crap

Sorry, not enough facts, but a few points regardless. The first will count as a prior. If you had a '.50 BA' there isn't much to argue about...

Do I need to worry about being rearrested or arrested on new charges

The short answer, based on the limited facts you provided, is 'Yes' you could be re-arrested or re-charged. Looking at what you provided it seems...

Right place wrong time

I agree with the other answer in large part. Concerning your dispute with your Public Defender, you should understand that an attorney does not...

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When can i get a Certificate of Rehabilition

I thank the other attorney's answer for including the CR statute. Review it carefully. You may be getting close to the time when you can file for...

What happens if i made payment arrangements to macys for my sons shoplifting case but i changed my mind about paying?

The quick answer is: You don't have to pay. But, really, it is a matter of pay now or pay later. If juvenile charges are filed against you son,...

Roomate was arrested for theft at walmart, 3 days later cops arrest my husband trying to charge him with burglary because of

While the first thing that hit me was the same point that the other answers brought out -- that your husband obviously has a terrible record to...

Roomate was arrested for theft at walmart, 3 days later cops arrest my husband trying to charge him with burglary because of

While the first thing that hit me was the same point that the other answers brought out -- that your husband obviously has a terrible record to...

Im on felony probation for 5 years in California, Kings County. I got arrested and time served on a no cont.Violation of probatn

There is a lot of information here, but not many questions. You should get an attorney, either Public Defender or retained, to appear with you for...

What does it means when on inmate in CA, shows Disposition Description: case adjudicated it also says sentences 180 days

Your question is a little confusing, but as I understand it the defendant has two items pending: 1) A county criminal charge for Possession of a...