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My husband is incarcerated right now. Before I hire an attorney can I ask the attorney to meet with him in jail?
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Answered on May 10, 2012
I agree with one caveat- if your husband is in Santa Rita they typically won't allow him to visit unless he goes with you during normal hours (if...
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Can I drop criminal charges against someone for theft?
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Answered on May 10, 2012
The only person who can drop the charges is the DA. I assume this "item" is the laptop. If you have new evidence, contact the police department...
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Pro Bono attorney needed for criminal defense- Oakland,CA area
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Answered on May 10, 2012
In Alameda County if you couldn't afford an attorney you were referred to the office of the public defender - you should call them and find out who...
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If the police stop a vehicle because he said a brake light was out, and as he is contacting the driver he says he noticed signs
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Answered on May 10, 2012
Can he? Yes, as the other posters have explained, though that doesn't mean you can't fight the charges. Get an attorney to explore all of the facts.
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Can I recover property stolen years earlier - from (possibly) innocent reseller?
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Answered on May 10, 2012
You do have the right to recover property that is rightfully yours, however consider that this person selling it on Craigslist might not be the...
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What is the fine for first time accidentally stealing in kmart
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Answered on May 10, 2012
No. If the police weren't called, then there is no "fine" to pay. What he will recieve is a civil demand letter in the mail, which is non binding...
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Can my fiance get a felony lowered to a misdemeanor if he didnt commit a crime?
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Answered on May 08, 2012
That's clearly robbery. Robbery cannot be reduced to a misdemeanor, however a plea to a lesser charge (such as grand theft from the person) might...
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I got charged with 115500 hs it's my first conviction and I wasn't even under the influence I was just so nervous what should do
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Answered on May 06, 2012
Get an attorney. Most likely you gave a blood or urine sample - that should be dispositive. Since your case is a misdemeanor, if you can't afford...
How serious is corporal injury on a spouse?
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Answered on May 06, 2012
No offence to the prior posters, but to actually answer your question (and not just quote the penal code that might or might not be in play), the...
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Can a ca cop take your phone without an arrest?
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Answered on May 06, 2012
Well what were the circumstances that cause them to take it? Without more information, it's impossible to tell. The answer could be yes, no, or...
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