How much time will be served.

Mr. Wanerman is absolutely correct, so I won't re-do his math. I'll simply add to his comment about your friend behaving in jail. Your friend's...

Although the term "expungement" is used by most every criminal defense attorney, the actual terms used by the courts are "reduction" and...

What evidence will a District Attorney need to convict someone of a DUI? Is just the BAC enough evidence?

If a lawyer told you that the FSTs were "invalid" due to a concussion, I would seek a second legal opinion. Most defense attorneys will give you a...

Private attorney is also a public defender?

Strictly speaking, private attorneys who accept court appointments aren't public defenders; they don't work for the local public defender's office...

Will writing a written statement to the DA to drop kidnapping charges on someone help them in anyway and without harming me?

If your statements to police contained falsehoods--or more accurately, if police or prosecutors could conclude that it does--you could be charged...

Can a job offer be rescinded due to a background check if criminal disclosure wasn't asked..

When it comes to hiring, employers are given a great deal of discretion. Employers are prohibited from certain discriminatory screening and hiring...

The other comments have addressed the one-year limitations period and the possibility that a warrant has issued. I would add only one simple bit of...

What is the relationship between a plea bargain and financial restitution in a felony criminal case?

These are excellent questions, and I'll do my best to answer them. I should note at the outset, however, that these are matters best addressed with...

What will happen next with my stepson's abuser when there is evidence against him and he is pleading not guilty?

Mr. Marshall has done an excellent job of explaining the criminal process and what happens when a jury can't reach a verdict, so I won't discuss...

Was charged with 10851(A) vc

The information helps me tailor my answer to your specific needs, but as another commenter has made clear, it isn't wise to post details about your...