Should I take the officer's 'suggestion' & contest in hopes of him not showing up?

If the officer doesn't show for trial, you win. If they do show up (and most will since either they're on duty anyway, are off but their...

How are charges calculated to render punishment / sentences for denfendant?

A governmental agency (district attorney usually) files criminal charges. If there is a plea deal or a conviction after trial, then there are...

Should I go for a bench trial or jury trial if it's a very factual DUI case?

In a court trial, the prosecution only has to convince one person. They would have to convince all 12 jurors to convict. Which odds do you like...

If you sue, that is a civil lawsuit and nobody gets imprisoned. If a police report is filed, there is a prosecution and conviction, then there may...

Does he have to arrest me? Can he chose to give me a chance , like drug classes?

As you've heard, it's not mandatory that they violate you or take you into custody. Because you've got until Monday, I strongly suggest a few...

Is this a form of kidnap? My friend was a minor at the time. Do I have a case here? Can I sue?

Could this fall under the umbrella of kidnap and/or false imprisonment? Yes. Would it lead to criminal charges? That would be up to the...

The fence is the dividing line between your properties. His pets are allowed to be in his yard, just as yours are entitled to be in yours. ...

My question is can I get arrested for being with him after I turn 18 even though we're going out before I turned 18.

Under California law, it is illegal to engage in any type of sexual activity with a person under 18, even if you're under 18. The only difference...

I can plead guilty to EITHER pc 415 or pc 423 e. Which one would cause less harm to me and my tps status?

It's concerning that your lawyer is sending you out to do your own research regarding your immigration status. You need to discuss this in a...

Possible to succeed with a file and petition to Seal and Destroy record? Would I be eligible?

Under 851.8, the burden is on you to prove factual innocence. In other words, you have to prove that there was no basis to arrest you. It sounds...