I have a question regarding landlord responsibilities in AZ.

While most of us that answer questions here stick with the jurisdiction we're licensed in and know, others answer questions from anywhere without...

Expungement, getting off probation early.

You can't get an expungement (dismissal under Penal Code section 1203.4) until you're off probation. If you're already off, then you can file...

If a person opened fire at a police officer, and is charged with attempted murder?

Attempted murder on a peace officer with the discharge of a firearm that causes injury carries life in prison. While 5 years is a long time, given...

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Pleading not guilty at Airport Court

If you are going to hire an attorney, either do it before your court date so they can appear for you or you can appear and request to continue the...

I got a 11357 b (possesion) a few weeks ago. Just paid my fine today online. Do I need to do anything else?

See Health and Safety Code section 11361.5 (link below). You can petition for destruction of your arrest records after two years. It is NOT a...

I received a running a stop sign and speeding ticket. In a residential street.

Of course you have the option to fight. Make sure the incident is alleged to have occurred at the intersection you said it did, rather than that's...

If I show up for the arraignment date but the citation isn't in the computer system, can I get the citation dismissed?

You're not arraigned until you appear in court on a case that's been filed and enter a not guilty plea. That's when the speedy trial rights...

Can I be charged attorney fees,(granted a public defender), if I fight the case and take it to trial?

If you were appointed the public defender, you qualified financially for their services. The court may, but is not required to, assess whether you...

What is the possible sentence for child molestation?

The specific charges matter here, along with any sentencing enhancements or allegations lodged by the DA. "Basic" child molestation [Penal Code...

If charges were dropped for domestic violence charges, can they be reopened

It depends. If no charges were filed initially, then yes, they can be filed at any time within the statute of limitations. If there were...