Domestic Violence and Vandalism charge.

Just being arrested doesn't necessarily mean that you are going to be charged by the prosecutor. They will independently review the police reports...

Someone I used to know has put a temp restraining order on me. What can I do?

The temporary restraining order (TRO) is the first step towards a permanent restraining order. From what you've posted, this is going to be...

If the person who is attempting to get a civil restraining order against me has no grounds for a one how do I fight it

While you *can* defend against this yourself, having an attorney greatly increases the chance the order won't be granted against you. It is up to...

What is the fine for shoplifting?

I hate to say it, but this is not a matter of simply paying a "fine". You are facing misdemeanor theft charges that are also crimes of moral...

My husband was charged with Penal Code Section 422 is he going to prison??

Penal Code 422 is a "wobbler" meaning it can be either a felony or a misdemeanor. As a felony, it is also a "strike" under the three strikes law....

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Are police officers allowed to lie to you to obtain the "truth"??

Yes, DURING an interrogation they can lie as a technique to try and get a statement from you. They CANNOT lie for the purpose of getting you to...

Is my brother looking at serious jail time with these codes

If they add an allegation that the attempted murder (664/187) was premeditated, he is looking at life in prison. He also has a prior strike...

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Okay. You've told us what you want. It's possible, but not a do-it-yourself project. Look for a good local criminal defense attorney. Find...

“Can crime be changed from one to another during plea bargaining if both parties agree? ( ie- theft to vandalism)

If both sides agree and stipulate to a factual basis for the plea, yes. If your example is more than a hypothetical, I agree that vandalism...

What are the consequences for disobeying a court order domestic

The consequences can include jail, probation, fines... But I'm sure you knew that. If you're asking what will happen in your particular case, I...