Want info on a court payment missed

You're right that waiting only makes things worse, but since you have an attorney, they should be able to guide you through this. Is there nobody...

Can I be charged for my sister's marijuana if my she lives in my house?

A rental agreement won't matter if they can prove you knew about the illegal grow and allowed it to happen. By providing a place for it to happen,...

My former roommate locked me out of the condo, and I broke down the door.

You ask about being at "fault" but don't specify what kind of "fault" you're asking about. Criminal liability? Assuming you were still on the...

Charged with HS 11379 and the DA removed furnishing, sales, distribution, etc...and is only going after Transportation

Something's not quite right. 11350 is possession of a controlled substance - typically cocaine or heroin, but there are a few others. 11379...

Can there be a warrant for your arrest, on a felony you were never charged with? Is it legal for the police to impose a warrant

You've asked several questions all wrapped up in one - all search issues that will depend on the facts of the case as well as the timing of...

Got caught stealing at H&M in california. What happens now?

The $600 you "have to" pay is a civil demand and you do NOT have to pay that. Do a quick search here on avvo for civil demand letters and you'll...

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I just received a misdemeanor for driving with a suspended license..

One of the elements of Vehicle Code section 14601 - driving on a suspended license - is that you knew your license was suspended. They can try to...

My brother was arrested for possession of assualt weapon,possession of fire as a felon &carring amno. never was arrested in 2009

The bottom line is that the DA must be able to prove the case beyond a reasonable doubt. Whether they have something more than another felon's...

I just received a "settlement offer" requesting that I make a payment of ~$500 after a second charge of petty theft.

The "settlement offer" is a civil demand letter. The California Penal Code authorizes a merchant to "demand" up to $500 from individuals accused...

How can i protect my rights in france?

This appears to be one of a series of random questions about French laws. I don't know if they're serious or not, but you're probably better off...