With record expunged, will my felony grand theft charge from 10 yrago be used against me on this new felony grand theft charge.

There is no such thing as expungement in CA. Your prior will show up, and can be used against you by the prosecution in both making a filing...

Are police officers in CA required to be certified to perform FST?

No certification in FST's is required.

What is going to happen?

You are going to be arraigned, get a public defender, then speak to him/her about your case - that's what's going to happen. No you don't have to...

If i give information on local drug dealers to district attorney would this for sure help in reducing my charges of felony recei

I typically advise my clients against this course of action, as it never works out like you think it will. Get an attorney to assist you with your...

Arrested by police due to connection of stolen snowblowers in the area. says in newspaper

PC 496 can cover one instance or many. They aren't charging you with the actual theft, just recieving or possessing stolen property. Get an...

Withdrawal of "no contest" plea

Did you plead no contest at your arraignment? What is your reason for wanting to take it back now? While you are still within the time frame to...

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Current percentage of time" served" verses "sentenced to" in Alameda Co. Jails for a felony (PC 245 A1)?

1 year = 365 days. 365 minus CTS (153 actual days plus + 152 good time credits = 305) = 60 days. 60 days at 1/2 time = 30 days actual time left =...

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What to expect after First DUI and Hit and Run Charges in San Francisco

A public defender IS a lawyer, and a very good one; however, PD's office around the state are very busy, so if your brother is expecting some great...

My brother and his friend were charged with resisting arrest and pc 212.5 (c). How much time could he possibly get?

The punishment for robbery is up to 5 years in prison. Your brother and his friend both need attorneys.

If you fail to appear in court for traffic violation

Well, if you FTA, that's kind of like forfeiting your right to contest things. However, I have seen it where, if there was an FTA for the initial...