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I'm being Charged with a Criminal Threat by the person who was threatening me!

Here's the bottom line: If you're facing criminal charges, you need to defend yourself in court. Criminal Threats (formerly known as "Terrorist...

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I’ve been charged with PC 245 (A) (1) and VC 20001 (A). I was waiting for away, while helping someone move. Then all of a sudden

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Commercial Burglary under $300 in Contra Costa, California at first time.. Please help

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What are the penalties for marijuana possession?

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There's no internet substitute for a face-to-face consultation to discuss your case with an attorney, but the two big questions are going to...