Double check and make sure it isn't 849. If it is 849, that means that there was no prosecution and it was a detention only.

Can I plea guilty at my arraignment hearing and get a price reduction? Or do I plea not guilty?

While it's a sympathetic story, it won't result in dismissal of your case. There is not a mandatory minimum fine for that violation, so the judge...

I can't afford a high paying criminal lawyer but a seriously need one. How can I get one

You should always have an attorney - you already know this much. If you truly cannot afford one (and you'll never know if you can or not unless...

In need of a pro bono Attorney, to fight my sons 2nd degree murder case.

Pro bono means an attorney is doing the case without receiving for the public good. That's where pro bono comes from - pro bono publico. Unless...

It's an assault against a peace officer or firefighter with a semiautomatic firearm. Apparently someone either pulled a gun on or shot at an officer.

They likely sent the citation to the registered owner - if at all. A human being is supposed to review each photo ticket to determine if it is a...

I got caught shoplifting and have a civil demand for $425.

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

Can i sue for an illegal search and seizure?

If you're going to do anything, you have to act quickly. There is a six month window in which to file a claim before you can sue. I am not...

The F just means it is a felony. Kind of redundant in this scenario since robbery is always a felony. It matters in some scenarios where the charge...

This one is typically used to add a year to those involved the commission of the crime that did not personally have a weapon, but another...