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My boyfriend was offered a plea baron, it is accompanied by a Harvey waver, they want him to plea guilty to 3 felony, 18 month
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Answered on June 19, 2016
Maybe you don't understand what a Harvey waiver is. He signed a plea deal for a specific sentence. He will get that sentence. No questions asked....
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Can a MISDEMEANOR under pc 261.5 (d) be dismissed under pc 1203.4 in California?
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Answered on June 19, 2016
Your reading of the code is correct. You can file for relief under 1203.4.
Good luck.
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Would a law enforcement official be required to speak to my parent if I am contacted about a serious legal offence as a minor.
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Answered on June 19, 2016
Are you asking if they could contact your parents? Yes. Will they? I don't know.
If neither of you admit to any physical relationship and there...
What can i do if i haven't completed my community service at all and got 2 extensions? Will i face jail time ?
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Answered on June 19, 2016
The judge isn't going to take too kindly to someone who has already had two extensions and still hasn't completed what was ordered.
Most judges...
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What is an estimate of my civil demand from JC Penny?
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Answered on June 18, 2016
It's not a civil "fine" - it's a civil demand letter. California law allows a merchant to demand up to $500 following a theft incident. These...
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What is a civil demand letter for 50-500$ and should I pay it?
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Answered on June 18, 2016
Sometimes they say you'll have to pay a "fine."
It's not a civil "fine" - it's a civil demand letter. California law allows a merchant to...
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How do I predict when her criminal trial date will be so that I can know how far out to continue my family law hearing?
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Answered on June 17, 2016
Defendants have certain rights to speedy preliminary hearings and trials, but those rights can be waived, continuing the case. A defendant has a...
If you have a felony arrest warrant do you have to turn yourself in to the police or can you go directly to court
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Answered on June 17, 2016
Most courts will add an active warrant onto calendar that day. If you have an attorney, discuss with them how best to proceed.
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How much trouble can I get in for forging my community service hours this month?
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Answered on June 17, 2016
You already know the answer, but I'll give it to you anyway.
You can face new charges for forgery (a felony).
You will most certainly face a...
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Any crime here
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Answered on June 17, 2016
You don't want to hear this, but...
Bad move.
The word of a single witness who the jury believes is sufficient to convict you. Your little...
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