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You're in a tough spot. By telling anyone the reason you want the no contact order lifted, you'd be admitting to a new crime - unlawful sexual...

A couple of things: If memory serves me correctly, you must make your county seat transfer request of the officer at the time you're cited to...

Pc 490.5 petty theft from JCPenny 7 years ago and is dismissed.

First - California does not have "Class A" or "Class B" misdemeanors. I'm not sure if perhaps this is an application for another state? Your...

He simply got updated paperwork to show the accurate prison commitment. Whether it affects his time or not - that's a question for their attorney...

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It is not a conviction unless you went to court and entered a plea or were found guilty after a trial. At worst, you were arrested and may face...

Should i get me a layer for my first domestic violnce case?

Bottom line - yes, you should have a lawyer. Depending on how serious the injury turned out to be, you could face felony or misdemeanor charges. If...

Can a probation officer stop me for running a red light?

You're going to absolutely need a lawyer. Under Penal Code section 830.5(a)(4), probation officers have limited peace officer powers. Ordinary...

I have a domestic violence question

If they file charges against your husband, he needs an attorney. You also have certain rights, including the right not to testify against him and...

For Points & Authorities what law or statute specifies who can file a request for civil harassment restraining order?

If you are the person that is suffering the harassment, you can file. Of course, you can also have your attorney file on your behalf.

Will I face legal trouble when defending a family member who has a restraining order on another person?

You're asking us to give you a clear yes or no answer on a very complex situation. Nobody here could or should be telling you whether or not to use...