Should I hire a lawyer

Yes, you absolutely need an attorney. Vandalism carries up to six months in county jail or thousand dollars fine (assuming the damages under $400)....

Am I able to fire my paid attorney and have a public defender instead? I

Publico def needs are there for those that cannot afford to hire an attorney. You will have to do a financial declaration under penalty of perjury...

Can a lawer give you a copy of someone's rapsheet...

An attorney cannot just get someone's rap sheet on their own. Sometimes, a copy of a witness' rap sheet is included in discovery provided to the...

How do I get my suspension of my license off my record? It effects me applying for jobs and my insurance!

Mr Hill has given a good suggestion, but I hate to say it... the order of suspension is likely to remain on your DMV record. Unless it was...

That offense requires an appearance by you or your attorney in court.

First - California does not have a true "expungement" statute. What we do have is a dismissal under Penal Code 1203.4. If granted, it doesn't wipe...

Why is booking required for my marijuana infraction citation? Can the booking record get expunged?

No - there is no legal obligation to report for booking unless the judge orders it. Don't do it. If convicted (your goal should be to avoid a...

I want to change my name but I might have a warrant or warrants. Can I still change it?

Unfortunately, your old name will be listed as an a.k.a. on your criminal history and you would still be linked to it even though you change your...

My husband has a court date in rancho. Will the court provide him with a ride if he calls the court and tells them?

What kind of court case is it? Court call, mentioned in another answer, does not apply in criminal cases. No, the court does not provide...

Not a good idea at all. Just go through the normal eviction process.