Sorry to hear about your experience. First of all, Judges can’t “file charges” against anyone; that is done by the District Attorney.

When you are arrested, the police send their reports to the Prosecutor who can add additional charges other than the one you were arrested for based... View More

First of all, if the subject doesn't own the vehicle then they have no "Standing" to challenge the search of the parked vehicle. Second, if the subject had been in the vehicle, they may have probable cause to search it. What was found as a result of the search? It doesn't matter... View More

You are under no obligation to talk to the police but you shouldn't lie to them. It is not up to you whether charges are filed against him, but up to the DA. The best course of action would be for you to talk to his attorney who can try to convince the DA not to file charges after getting a... View More

First of all, did they do a search of you and the car, find something illegal and arrest or cite you for that (misdemeanor or felony) or did you just get a ticket for No left turn (infraction)?

If you just got a traffic ticket, then the cop’s observation is not inadmissible, but it is... View More

Since our profession is based on convincing the other side that we are right, you need to have excellent communication skills. You must be able to write clearly and effectively. If you want to be a trial attorney then you also need to be able to think on your feet and be able to pivot when... View More

Yes, since the Court issued a Bench Warrant and forfeited the bail, you can be taken back into custody and have to post a new bail. However, if it is within 180 days of the Forfeiture, the Court may assess some costs, but will usually reinstate the bail; especially if you are walking in with... View More

First of all, you haven't charged your partner with anything; the District Attorney has filed charges and you are now just a witness. If you truly want to help your partner, talk to their lawyer as to how to best accomplish that. The nightmare known as DCFS gets involved if the children were... View More

In most countries, when you turn 18 you are considered an adult and can therefore make your own decisions. In the US, 17 year olds are still considered minors and therefore, unless you are able to get "emancipated" then you have to obey your family. Once you turn 18, you can apply for a... View More

The short answer is that you can do it all on the CR-180 form available online. There is a box to check to "Reduce Felony to Misdemeanor PC17(b)" that you should check. For DUIs, certain jurisdictions require a showing of "Good Cause" meaning why you need the charge to be... View More

If no charges were filed and there are no other "holds" from other cases he may have, he should be released. However they have up to 1 year to file a misdemeanor and 3 years to file most felonies. If they don't have the evidence together yet (lab results, videos etc) they will... View More

No, you have nothing to worry about. In fact, being truthful is what the entire process of Voir Dire is about so you did the right thing. Also, you can't be convicted based on just your own words; they need other evidence.

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It all depends on if you hit a person (VC 20001) or an object and no injuries (VC 20002). If you left the scene and someone was injured (even if not your fault) it can be either a Felony or a Misdemeanor. If you just caused property damage, it is a straight misdemeanor. As far as jail time it... View More

Since you mention that you have completed your classes i take it you are on Probation for a DUI. That also means that you are charged with Vehicle code section 14601.2 that is more serious than other types of suspension. They will also presume that you fled because you were under the influence... View More

This is not an issue for a civil suit (what are your damages?) so it was transferred to Criminal. If you have in fact been threatened you should make a police report. Give the evidence of the threat (voice mail, email, text, video) to them and they will investigate and, if they feel there was a... View More

If you were arrested as a result of the Search due to items seized, you need to retain an experienced criminal defense attorney near the Courthouse you are ordered to appear in.

If a Search Warrant allows it to be served "Day or Night" it can be executed at any time of the day.... View More

You can file to have your record sealed at the Courthouse that you were to appear in. Since no charges were filed, pursuant to Penal Code section 849 et seq your arrest is now considered a "Detention Only".

You can also Petition the police department that arrested you for a... View More

Once Probation is successfully completed (no violations) then the case is over and the 3 years ESS is terminated.

The "charge" remains the same it is just that the Sentence is never Executed.

The lawyer who was present at the Sentencing would know if there were any other... View More

Interesting question that requires more information. What were you arrested for? Where were you arrested (home, in a car, at another location) and what is your disability?

If you are interested in filing a lawsuit you need a lawyer specializing in ADA/Civil rights. If you want to see how... View More

If you let a person with a Suspended License drive your car, it can be impounded! It doesn't matter if your license is valid; it's the Driver who must have a valid license. Hopefully you didn't acknowledge knowing their DL was Suspended and can get your car out of impound faster.

First of all, have you appeared in Court already or did you not show and have a Bench Warrant? If you haven't appeared yet, your best bet is to show up to the Court that issued the warrant to ask that it be recalled and have the Public Defender appointed to represent you. That way, you may be... View More