I am being charged $300 for something I didn't even "steal."

What you're talking about is a "civil demand" letter, sent by a law firm from Florida (Palmer, Riefler and Associates). They do nothing but...

What is Burglary-Second degree

Burglary is entering a structure with the intent to commit a felony or a theft inside. First degree (residential) burglary covers inhabited...

With all due respect to Mr. Driessen, his answer is wrong. You WILL have to disclose your prior conviction, even though it has been expunged. ...

Caught shoplifting at a grocery store worth $40 in California.

You've got some good things going for you (you're young and have no record, the dollar amount is relatively low and [hopefully] your attorney can...

My husband was sentenced to 180 days for a felony. How much time will he actually do?

it is NOT 120 days as stated in the first answer. As pointed out correctly, he'll serve half unless there are prior convictions or parts of...

Intoxicated 21 year old arrested for criminal mischief. No priors, being held on $20,000 bail can't get ANY answers.

I hope there's nothing more to the version, but something's missing. Yes, $20,000 bail is what a low level felony like vandalism carries, but if...

Shoplifting

The technical answer is that the value is determined by the retail price it is currently being offered for plus tax.

If I have a DUI and I'm planning on moving out of the country with my fiancé can I finish my DUI classes over there?

FYI - the link provided by Mr. Forslund is of absolutely no help to you. They are NOT approved for a California DUI if you are a California...

Appealing dui need little more info.

Yes, the DA and the trial attorney will work on a "settled statement of facts." Each can submit a proposed statement and if there are conflicts,...

Record clearance

To give you an actual answer, rather than a generic "the laws vary" from an out of state attorney . . . You can seek relief under Penal Code...

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