My daughter was caught shoplifting merchandise worth $47. No prior behavior like this. What can happen?

They're talking about a civil demand letter. It has absolutely nothing to do with any criminal charges. If you pay it, it won't stop any...

Atempted murder

I believe you've asked this question several times in slightly different ways. I'm not sure what answer you're looking for - if you're being...

DUI Reduced to Wet Reckless in 2007, 3 yr prob. over possible to expunge?

Yes, you can seek an expungement under Penal Code section 1203.4 especially since you've completed probation. But for DUI charges (including...

How do I get an extension on my court date that is set so soon after I was released on bail for drunk in public?

In addition to the excellent answer by Mr. Middlebrook, I would like to add a couple of things: The jaywalking incident that started this whole...

Ever Since OJ. 243(e)(1). Miranda not given. Taken down and booked and then bailed out. How serious? I was grabbed initially.

Convictions for domestic violence charges can have severe consequences - the conviction on your record, a one-year long anger management class,...

Criminal charges two years later

Let's assume the prosecution filed charges against your cousin within the statute of limitations. If a warrant was issued, then the case still...

Im on felony probation. Recently got arrrested for misdemeanor Domestic Violence. What am i looking at as punishment?

There's no way for me, or anyone here, to speculate as to what may happen to you. It depends on what you're on probation for, the facts of the new...

What is the statute of limitations for an assault turned into a murder case?

There is no statute of limitations on murder, so the charges could be lodged even now. The issues will be whether or not the prosecution can...

In Orange County, the DA typically wants jail time - 180 to 365 days, depending on the facts and how old your priors are. Can something else be...

What procedures or requirements police need to follow to obtain a search warrant?

You're asking a bunch of questions all wrapped up in one. The law on informants in warrants can get a bit convoluted, but the first question...