Is there a certain time frame considered in surrending one self if involved in a hit and run that would lessen the offense

With injuries, it could be charged either as a felony or a misdemeanor. With minor injuries and assuming no prior record, it will likely be...

I was cited for shop lifting make up and legos from Wal-Mart in san bernadino county the total was 78$ am I able get a diversion

Diversion is not automatic. There may be options for you to participate in a diversion program, but because you've got so much at stake, it's...

Charges can always be upgraded and/or changed if the evidence supports it and it's done properly, but if there was a misdemeanor warrant issued, it...

If a district attorney is absent from the first court preceeding is it considered a mistrial?

The first court appearance is an arraignment. The defendant is informed of the charges against them, an attorney appears (or is appointed) and the...

AM I still able to report the assault charges now? And Can we report petty theft and breaking and entering too?

The statute of limitations (the time the prosecution has to file charges) is typically one year from the date of the incident. Even if reported,...

How can I terminate my probationary period?

You're looking to file a 1203.3 motion. That's the code section to terminate probation early. You must be able to demonstrate "good cause" as...

I have a bench warrant for the violations of driving with a suspended license, didn't stopping at a stop sign and no insurance.

Your question is a little unclear - I read it to mean you're on probation for a suspended license conviction and now got a new traffic ticket for...

Regarding Perjury

The assumption about who the defendant is/was aside, the previous answer is quite correct. The plea agreement was also signed under penalty of...

Can they request him to work as a CI? Yes. There are rules about that, though

I recognize the quoted part of an answer I posted previously. I don't recall the underlying situation though - are you facing criminal charges? ...

Will DUI charge affect previous pending misdemeter/felony charges?

Unfortunately, although it may not be an issue right now, at the end of your 18 month diversion, they always run a current rap sheet to see if...