Can the D.A change the charge of violating a restraining order to stalking if he or she pleases?

Yes, they can amend the charges if they think the evidence supports it. I'm not clear on your question - did they amend, then you plead and now...

My bf is on parole. He is being charged for posession of crack/cocaine, intent to sell, trafficing, and false imprisonment how..

They're going to have to prove intent to sell. Can they do that with just the amount? Possibly. It's going to depend on what's on his phone and...

I have 5 yr joint susp. for petty theif w/ prison priors.. but i took the ROC now have medicl issue can i will drawl and fight

I'm reading the question much differently than Mr. Kaman. I'm reading your question to mean that you plead to a sentence of probation with 5 years...

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How good is my chance of being convicted of willfylly AND maliciously discharging a laser at aircraft. pc247.5

Willfully means deliberately doing the act. Maliciously means with the intent to annoy, vex or harass. This is a general intent crime,...

I have a court date for a traffic violation(failure to yield to pedestrian and proof of insurance) i missed my court date and

The only time it becomes an issue is if there is an outstanding warrant. On international travel (including to Mexico, even via cruises), running...

Can I leave Los Angeles to Mexico for 4 days on a traffic violation with a court date set for sept 2011?

The only time it becomes an issue is if there is an outstanding warrant. On international travel (including to Mexico, even via cruises), running...

If a police officer says he did a protective sweep to see if anyone else was in the house after a shooting..

Avvo is designed for a quick posting of questions in legal fields and responses, but it doesn't rise to the level of providing case law and full...

My boyfriend was arrested for domestic on monday night . this is his first offense he has a clean record . if i didnt press char

It's not up to an individual to "press" or "drop" charges - that decision is up to the prosecuting agency in your jurisdiction. Your lack of...

My friend was charged with a felony drug sales but has her medical marijuana license if she fights her case would she need a..

Possession of marijuana for sales is a felony that carries up to 3 years in state prison. It can never be reduced to a misdemeanor. How much your...

What factors are needed for sentencing for a gun enhancement case?

It's not factors, it's the facts of the case and how the DA charges the case that matter. There are a number of firearm enhancements - ranging...