Neither. The first court date is an Arraignment. You will only be given a sentence (which may include probation, fines, jail, etc., depending on...

For whatever reason, sometimeslaw enforcement agencies tend to ignore "pro pers" and take these requests more seriously when they come from an...

Can I file a PC 17 (b) felony reduction if the criminal case has already been dismissed (expungement) pursuant to PC 1203.4?

Unfortunately, no. 17(b) Motions should be filed before the 1203.4. At this point, there is technically nothing to reduce if you were already...

You are referring to Penal Code 4019 credits. The law has been in effect for a while, and it basically gives credits so that you only do 50%...

Buying a property in California directly from a seller in Texas - no agents involved

You should, at minimum, have a lawyer to review the agreement and see if it's even properly drafted. Second, you should also have them review...

How do you find a lawyer to represent a defendant pro bono (free), not a public defender appointed by the court?

First, why would you want an inexperienced private attorney over an experienced public defender? Second, there are no requirements that...

Is there something we can do to reduce a 5 year sentence for a DUI since its a non violent crime?

It's not "just" a third. If it's a felony, and its a 3d DUI arrest, one of the Priors had to have been a felony by involving some sort of injury....

How much should i expect to pay for a living trust ? (I am looking for a range)

Depends on where you go. If you are just looking for someone to hand you a set of (likely) cookie-cookie documents, expect a couple hundred...

What case law supports that Brady Discovery is suppose to be turned over to the defense, as soon as the DA has it?

You should probably start with the case for which "Brady discovery" is named. Brady v. Maryland (1963) 373 U.S. 83

If I've already had my license suspended for a year by DMV for refusal, will I also have another suspension after conviction?

DMV will not give you credit for a refusal suspension towards a suspension based on a conviction. Many judges won't touch licensing issues either....