I saw on the news a couple of years ago that it was legal to carry an unloofaded shotgun in public. Is that legal still.

There are two firearms laws in play here: Carrying a loaded firearm in public (Penal Code 25850) applies to carrying any type of LOADED firearm...

A homeowner is accusing my 21 son or playing partner of breaking a window but he didn't see it happen. Can we lose?

You posted this in the criminal defense section. I'm not seeing any criminal liability. Could he sue in small claims? Yes, but he would have to...

What are my rights as a citizen if the driver of the car im in has a warrant and we get pulled over?

If anyone from the car is arrested, the entire passenger compartment (including any containers, even if they don't belong to the arrested person)...

Assault and battery?

She could potentially file a police report if one wasn't already taken - it is up to the DA whether or not to file charges. She could sue you for...

What do I do next if it says "plea may be withdrawn and case dismissed" after probation?

It appears from the quote you posted that it is NOT automatic. You must affirmatively make a moti

If you were over 21 at the time, there should not be any charges filed unless they think it was a combination of drugs and alcohol. You can...

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The first step is to get your lawyer to get the warrants recalled so you don't risk getting arrested on the warrants. Next, if possible, is to get...

What should I do

They can *try* and charge you with possession, but all they have is a tank (which they no longer have) with maybe a label. Any proof of what (of...

My wife was at a Wal-Mart in California and was accused of theft of a sub $10 item. Now I have received a $300 bill in the mail

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...

Boyfriend is on parole hold with no case

He has rights to a speedy arraignment on a new case that is filed. If they are not filing a new case, but he has a parole hold that changes...