What the police are referring to is Penal Code section 484.1 - "Any person who knowingly gives false information or provides false verification as...

Can a minor who has admitted guilt to a crime give a statement with out a parent present?

In California, juveniles get the same protection under the Fifth Amendment as adults. They're entitled to the Miranda warnings before any...

How often does the D.A. drop download of internet pornography cases?

Two big issues: First, if it's the FBI investigating the case, it will most likely be referred to the federal prosecutors, not the local state or...

How long is the statute of limitation on a drug charge in 2002?

The statute of limitations - how long the prosecution has to file charges - is 3 years on most felonies (such as possession of drugs or possession...

I have not been arrested or charged with grand theft. I was fired for taking over $500. I returned the money.

Here's your first problem - you said, "When I meet with the police department." I assume that means you're going in for an "interview" about the...

Were my minor son's civil rights violated after being caught shoplifting and what should we expect now?

In California, juveniles can be held accountable for any criminal offense they commit, just like an adult. However, there are a few twists in...

Is it legal for an undercover to look at a customer change threw the fitting room door?

It is absolutely ILLEGAL for them to do this. It's a violation of Penal Code 647(j)(1) - the "Invasion of Privacy" statute. If your question...

Phoenix, AZ Radar Speeding Ticket

Just like a red-light camera ticket - it got mailed to the registered owner. Your friend has to show up to court to contest the ticket, but one of...

I just got done with my prelim.

The prosecution will now file a charging document called an "information." They can only file what was proven at the preliminary hearing. ...

Can i file a civil suit?

Unfortunately, the decision by the DA to not file charges or to drop them if they were already filed isn't necessarily the bottom line for a "false...