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How can I take care of final arrangements for friends if they don't want there next of kin to. they have no real property,kids?
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Answered on April 30, 2014
They should contact an estate planning attorney to discuss their options. Having that plan will allow them to choose who, and in what order, they...
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Should I ask for a trail? Will I get jail time? How much? Any alternatives?
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Answered on April 29, 2014
Depends on what your goals are. There are no "cookie cutter" approaches. Strategy is case specific. Speak to a local attorney.
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IF I JUST RECENTLY PLEADED NO CONTEST TO POSSESSION OF A FIREARM AND MY DEAL IS 16 MONTHS WITH HALF STATE PRISON, HOW MUCH TIME
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Answered on April 29, 2014
Half of 16 months = 8 months. You'll also have to factor in any applicable credits.
Additionally, I would advise you expect that to be the...
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My son was arrested and charged with dui after being stopped for expired tags. His bac was .13. first offense.
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Answered on April 29, 2014
If he hasn't already spoken to an attorney about the consequences of a conviction, he needs to do so before deciding he will plead no contest or...
What does guilty verdict set aside, plea of not guilty entered mean?
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Answered on April 28, 2014
That means your case was expunged. Like you said.
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Is it possible to file a post-conviction motion to lower a misdemeanor to an infraction in San Mateo California ?
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Answered on April 28, 2014
A misdemeanor cannot be lowered to an infraction. It can be dismissed under PC 1203.4, but that won't help with immigration. Immigration will be...
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My Fiance in jail with an INS hold can we post bail?Or does he need to wait 6 months or longer to see a judge?
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Answered on April 27, 2014
He can bail out of the ICE detention center in Santa Ana, but would need to request a bail hearing with the immigration court - most likely. You...
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2nd MIP while in court for a DUI. What consequences am I looking at?
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Answered on April 26, 2014
Sounds like a strategy & consequence question for your current attorney. They would be in the best position to advise how to proceed.
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Husband and I created a trust in 2010---he passed in 2012 can I exclude two of his children?
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Answered on April 26, 2014
You'll need to have someone review the trust language to determine what can and can't be done. It's possible that you may be able to what you are...
I am being charged with a felony 4th dui, with a BAC above .20, is their anyway to avoid jail/prison time?
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Answered on April 26, 2014
Usually, a 3d offense DUI carries mandatory jail time. If this is a 4th, the judge and DA will have no sympathy towards you. While you can use...
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