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You don't need prior case files. Every case is different. What you need is for your attorney (whether you stick with the public defender or hire...

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Can you give us some additional information? What are you looking for? Can a 273.5 case be dismissed if the prosecution is shown the...

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Ordinarily, you don't have to enter a plea (even a not guilty plea) without a lawyer. If you cannot afford an attorney and qualify for the public...

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In order for your brother to be arrested for any charge, the police must think they have "probable cause" to arrest. Essentially, that's just...

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The first question is: Are you going to be charged with any criminal offenses? That's up to the probation department and the prosecutor. If they...

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Incidents like this only get on your record if you're actually charged by the District Attorney's office and you're convicted. There are many...

Would a domestic violence charge prevent me from getting a job with the border patrol

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Punishment under CA criminal code for public intoxication and having a loaded hand gun

Carrying a loaded firearm is a misdemeanor (Penal Code section 12031) unless you are a convicted felon (it would also be a violation of 12021), the...

The police insisted I say my baton was used for a weapon while I kept it for protection can they use this to make it a felony ra

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