What to expect in traffic court as minor?

Because of the suspension associated with this, the fines and the possible increase in your insurance, it may be worth fighting (with a traffic...

Can I go to jail for my first misdemeanor on burglary?

Every criminal offense carries the possibility of jail time. Whether you get jail time is another story. When it comes to sentencing, there are...

Will charges be dropped if I paid?

This is now a mess. No, an individual cannot "drop" criminal charges. The DA is the one that files charges and the DA is the one that decides...

Is a Restraining Order a Bi-lateral or Uni-lateral document? Can the Petitioner violate a RO?

Only the restrained person can violate the order. It prohibits certain conduct by them. The court can issue mutual or reciprocal restraining...

Why am i being taken back to court if i was exonerated and dont need to pay my bail anymore

Was the bond exonerated? That happens automatically if the DA doesn't file charges or at the end of your case. If the bail was exonerated,...

Is it a crime to file a civil suit to hide your criminal activity?

There is no crimes to file a lawsuit. You're being sued. Time to defend yourself. If you lose, depending on the number of hits your website...

A search warrant must be "executed" (served) within 10 days after being issued. After that, they must either seek a new warrant or "freshen" the...

Is a citation issues using expired identification valid.

You mean uourbId was expired when you gave it to the officer & they cited you? No, that won't matter.

Will the d.a. press charges on someone who snitched to get out of those same charges?

Talk to your lawyer. Your lawyer can subpoena her. She shows up and takes the Fifth and you never get her testimony. Gotta try it another way....

Will I be sent to court or jail if I was caught shoplifting a $50 or less amount, if the police were not at all involved?

It's not a "bill" - it's a civil demand letter. California law allows a merchant to demand up to $500 following a theft incident. These letters are...