It isn't up to an individual to press or drop charges. That decision will be made by the government (the prosecutor's office). They can file a...

It depends on what you're charged with (or even if the DA files charges at all, but you may have a defense. In order to convict you for...

I don't understand. What do you mean how long do they have to pick up the case? She's already sentenced and in prison, so obviously they did pick...

Let's hope you haven't messed this up with the two missed court dates. An infraction cannot be the basis for violating your probation, but they...

My nephew got sentence 180 days of jail time for 2 violation probation how many days will he do out of 180?

He will do half time, so 90, minus any credits he had. He may get an early release, but there is no way to predict that. Assume it's 90 and hope...

How much time do u do off 180

Half time, so 90, minus any credits. She may get an early release, but 90 at the most.

There are some variables before anyone can even venture a guess. Amount, priors and crossing his fingers this is a state and not federal case...

Yes, you can ask to be added on. Get there early (like 8:00) and go to the clerk's window. You can potentially resolve it by pleading guilty...

What should I except at my arraignment for a misdemeanor of Possession of a controlled substance I had 2 different pills on me

I'd suggest you get an attorney. There may be issues with the legality if the search that could result in suppression if the evidence against you....

It's not a civil "fine" - it's a civil demand letter. California law allows a merchant to demand up to $500 following a theft incident. These...