When I was 19, I was arrested for possession of an illegal weapon. I am 50 now. My records were supposed to have been sealed!

First, since you were 19 (and not a juvenlie under CA law), your record cannot be sealed. You do not say if you were ever convicted of anything -...

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What kind of time is my boyfriend going to get?

How much time? Alot. I'm willing to bet there's a 186.22b1 attached to the 245 which will add a ton of time. Your BF needs a good attorney ASAP.

If I plead Not Guilty at my arraignment, and get a public defender, and am not satisfied, could I retain my own personal lawyer?

You can hire your own lawyer and have them represent you at any stage of the proceedings, if you can afford one.

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What happens if the alleged victim of a robbery case (with a gun enhancement) fails to appear for pretrial in CA?

Pretrial or Preliminary Hearing? Regardless, the victim is not required at either. The only hearing where the victim would be relevant is the...

Will my brother get out of jail early?

Is it possible? Yes - - anything's possible. Otherwise, be there to pick him up July 30.

Should I cooperate with d.a and police?

Only you and your lawyer know what's going on with the case. You should listen and collaborate with him/her.

Is it possible to drop charges even after cops have began to investigate or work the case?

It is not up to the "victim" to drop the charges - only the DA can. However, the DA should listen to the opinion of the victim and take it into...

Yes, as long as he observed the violation during the initial stop. Make sure it's an amendment to your original citation (instand of a...

How long do police have to give thier report to the d.a.live in Calif.

The statute of limitations in California is 1 year for misdemeanors and 3 years (generally) for felonies. The DA has that about of time to file...

Will my probation be extended and will I have to continue checking in?

Generally what happens is that, if you have paid on time and according to the probation department, and there aren't any other reasons for...

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