How do i ask a lawyer for help, to drop a bench warrant and schedual a new court date?

If the charge is a misdemeanor, an attorney may be able to get it recalled without you being present. If it's a felony, then the odds are you're...

There are several different theft offenses, ranging from misdemeanor petty theft up to grand theft (which can be a felony or a misdemeanor). ...

Upon re-entry in to the country, yes - there is a good chance you'll be taken into custody for the warrant. If it is a low level misdemeanor, you...

Should I have a lawyer with me, now charged with domestic violence?

Absolutely. You should have an attorney at your very first court appearance. Why? Because important decisions about bail, restraining orders,...

I am voluntarily going into sober living, and am voluntarily wearing a SCRAM bracelet..what am I looking at?

Is this a first offense or do you have priors? Were you in an accident? Was anyone hurt? There's more to any case than just the charges against...

I'll address your questions in order: First - if it is just a misdemeanor shoplifting (Penal Code 488 or 484), then the preference in the law is...

Pending criminal charges

The statute of limitations on most felonies is three years and can extend beyond that in many sex offenses, depending on the facts of the case, the...

Sentenced to 30 days for petty theft (150.00) Credit for 4 actual, 4 good behavior. Will I serve 22 days, or less?

You'll do half of any sentence as a worst case scenario. There may be work release or early kicks, but assume the worst and of the 22 you will do 11.

How much time am I looking at for possession of controlled substance with a prior from 13 years ago in orange county CA?

First - the half time isn't because of overcrowding - it is built into the law. The biggest concern is whether they are going to try to squeeze...

I was charged with M PC243(A) Battery On Person, what do I have to expect when I go to court?

You need a lawyer. Plain and simple. You're looking at charges that carry a very realistic possibility of jail time, probation, restitution and...