The conduct you describe could be charged by the DA in several ways. If there was a verbal threat, they could file Penal Code section 422 -...

How many times can the D.A. file on a felony case?

The general rule is two, but there is an exception. Penal Code section 1387.1 allows a third refiling of a violent felony (those listed in Penal...

How do I fix my missed court date?

You're right. This is a mess. Now, in addition to the original speeding charge, they no doubt have added a failure to appear - which can be a...

I want to know about getting a statement thrown out in court

The specifics of what was said prior to the interview/recording make all the difference in the world. I will have to defer to your attorney, as...

What would you like to see in the furture with plea bargining?

Interesting question, but I'll leave it up to you to form your own opinion and write your class paper.

Is a speeding ticket invalid if the officer checked yes in a box for accident and there was no accident?

Unfortunately, errors such as this won't lead to a complete dismissal of the charge. If there were several errors on the citation, you might be...

What if you had a shanke inside a county jail?

Do you mean a shank, as in a homemade weapon? Penal Code section 12020(a) covers possession of a dirk or dagger (such as a shank). It's a felony...

Do I need a lawyer or representation for an arraignment? Do I give my plea (guilty, not-guilty) at that time.

You're facing felony charges, so the short answer is yes, you need an attorney. If you cannot afford one, the court will appoint one to represent...

I think this is a duplicate question you've asked in several ways already. Given that you're being charged with a theft offense now, there's a...

Was I ever "charged with a crime?"

I'm missing something. You said you got released from jail on a citation with a court date. I know you never got a letter to appear in court -...