Are inmates prison sentences getting lowered?

No. It is not true.

I am a California resident, I was charged with a class D felony for marijuana, will Iowa extradite me back?

You will want to consult with an attorney in Iowa about the odds they will extradite you. If you want to fight extradition, then retain an...

Should I plea 'Not Guilty'?

You should hire an attorney to take a close look at this case. Based upon what you have said here, there may be some defenses available. Find...

Can injunction be a possible penalty instead of jail time or imprisonment?

Yes. Only it is not an injunction. The Court can issue a "stay away" order. But, that is up to the judge and it only applies while the Defendant is...

85% lowered to 65%?

It is just that...a rumor. Probably started by some inmate with a lot of time on his hands and a lot of wishful thinking in his head.

Can we remove a dismissed adult misdemeanor crime record from general public with NEW LAW?

1. It isn't a law. It is only a proposed law. In the current political environment, it will most likely not become law. 2. It is a proposed...

Can a person get alternative sentencing (house arrest) if sentenced to state time to be served in the county?

What does your lawyer say? Please do not say you haven't got one. If you have case where multiple years in prison are a possibility, you...

I need to know what motions to have my public defender file

1. Don't post that much detail in a public, non-confidential forum. You may have just made all kinds of statements that could hurt your case. 2....

Vehicle code section 23152(a) prohibits driving under the influence of drugs--even those prescribed to you by a physician. So, yes, you could get...

Can a attorney negotiate with DA's office in getting a diversion program for a petty theft case ? or is it not true to negotiate

Part of the confusion comes from the fact some counties don't do diversion at all. Others do it only after negotiating with the DA. Still others...