What does it mean when they change the bail amount?

The initial bail amount is based on the charges the defendant is booked in for. At the first hearing, the judge can change the bail amount based...

What is the difference b/t expungement and dismissal? Do I qualify for getting my records sealed? Will I be denied employment?

The arrest record absolutely cannot be sealed. You pled guilty at some point, which takes you out of the "factually innocent" camp. The...

What should I do?

Unfortunately, many defendants are not aware of the probation conditions re: ammunition. To make things worse, "i didn't know" is usually not a...

Can I go in and ask the judge that I would just rather do the time in jail somebody told me you can do that any more

Yes, defendants are allowed to reject probation. With that being said, many judges view this as a defendant's unwillingness to rehabilitate. As...

Should I ignore the requests for money or do something else?

Ignore the civil demands. And whatever you do, don't try to help your daughter by telling the judge "she's learned her lesson." If a case is...

Will my case be dismissed?

Your boyfriend does not have much say in the matter. Go to court expecting a case to be filed and be prepared to help your defense counsel. If...

Are documents provided ti the DA protected under attorney client privilege?

They are not. But that does not mean you can just Subpoena them. At this point, there is not a whole lot you can do. If you get a court summon...

Go find a criminal defense attorney ASAP. You'll need to move quickly to deal with the DMV, and once the criminal case is filed, you'll need an...

If I get pulled over, can I be searched if I am not in the county that put me on probation?

Yes, the so-called 4th waiver is not county-specific. You should also know that most counties will consider your refusal to be searched as a...

I need to find/get low cost legal representation.

There is a fair possibility that the DA's would not even file the case. If they do file, you'll be provided with a public defender. Public...