Rights of the offender

Yes. The store has a right to detain you if they suspect you of shoplifting. They can then ask you to sign a trespass warning, basically telling...

I was charged with a refusal yet I actually took the chemical test. Is this legal?

Refusals are a very fact-specific issue. Yes, there is the implied consent law - if you are validly arrested for DUI, you must take a blood...

Domestic violence charges - felony false imprisonment and battery misdemeanor

Your friend is entitled to have the court appoint an attorney to represent him if he cannot afford one. Aside from that observation, you...

Do I need a lawyer with me if I decide to not to answer any questions by invoking my 5th Amendment Rights during a deposition?

Based on your question, you should at least get a consultation with an attorney to discuss the situation and explain your rights. Your Fifth...

Cited for "Following Too Close" ticket in San Diego

Sorry, but it doesn't matter if you were merging or traveling along the highway - you can be cited for that offense. I'm sure the officer was...

I believe you posted this several ways here already. There are two pieces to any criminal case - the first part is those that commit the crime...

In the state of california what is the minium and maxium time sentencing for first time offense of accessory to attempted murder

There are two pieces to any criminal case - the first part is those that commit the crime (active participants or those that "aid and abet") and...

What is the minium and maxium time in california for a first offense of accessory tp attemted murder.

There are two pieces to any criminal case - the first part is those that commit the crime (active participants or those that "aid and abet") and...

The DA has up to the statute of limitations to file charges. Typically, it's a year on misdemeanors and three years on felonies. The DA's...

3rd Dui in California?

Because he has a prior felony DUI within 10 years, the new case can also be filed as a felony. I assume his second was a DUI with injury (a...