Your issue is clear. CPS did an investigation and opened "a case" but did not file a petition in court. They handled it outside of court - which...

Should CPS be investigating?

The hypothetical you present along with the version of the law you would like considered could be a Bar exam question. I love it. You are not...

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Is it a crime to watch on-line child pornography?

Yes it is a crime to have possession of child pornography on your computer, phone or tablet. It is a crime to have child pornography in any form...

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My strongest suggestion would be that you contact WEAVE or My Sisters House. Both have hotlines and people available to counsel you in this...

The case has nothing to do with me is it necessary i drug test i wasn't caught with it why am i punished guilty by association?

The baby moma is in custody and you are looking after the child(ren). Since CPS was notified of the mother's arrest it has a duty to check out...

Should i be worried. i am not neglectful with my child

A technical problem like a misspelled name or old address will not prevent the government from following up to protect children if they have a...

Is it better to try to get a different judge considering my case to try to not get the felony charge and try for misdemeanor

The attorney on your case knows much more about the situation than any of us can from what you are telling us here. That attorney knows the court,...

How can answer these question on the request for exemption/child abuse clearance if i cant remember what happen

If the alleged abuse involved your own children, you can file a motion under Welfare and Institutions Code section 827 to get "discovery" of the...

Can i call the police to get my child back?

It sounds like you have agreed to some sort of voluntary placement of one child who may have been at risk in your home, while you have another...

Going to arraignment what to expect without an attorney?

Sacramento has a first offender diversion program - which is a class you take - then they dismiss the charges. They want you to enter a guilty...