When you were arrested, you were given a date to appear in court for arraignment on a DUI charge. Did you attend? What was the outcome? Check with the Superior Court in the county where the DUI incident occurred to verify your belief that charges have not been filed, because notifications of... View More

The alleged unlicensed operator has to be shown to have been driving the vehicle. The showing can be made by direct evidence - the driver was seen operating the vehicle - or circumstantial evidence - vehicle was found in a location where only the unlicensed occupant could have taken it.

It means that the person will be released from jail after paying a certain amount of money. Contact a local bail bond agent to determine how much.

Whatever "tips" might be truly helpful can only be determined after an defense lawyer discusses the matter in detail with you and its relationship to the underlying offense. Good luck.

If you are referring to a so-called expungement pursuant to Penal Code sec. 1203.4, disclosure of the conviction is obligated "in response to any direct question contained in any questionnaire or application for public office, for licensure by any state or local agency, or for contracting with... View More

Four years four months is 1580 days. If he has 1105 actual days, and received half-time, or 50% credit, he has total days of 1725, which exceeds his sentence, so it sounds like he is eligible for release. But it's the jail, or probation department, that makes the formal calculation based on... View More

Can they DNA test someone in prison? Yes.

A decision of the Federal Ninth Circuit appellate court case, Hamilton v. Brown (9th Cir. 2011) 630 F.3d 889, 891, provides that the provisions of California's DNA and Forensic Identification Database and Data Bank Act of 1998, as amended,... View More

There are exceptions to the warrant requirement. Without one, evidence obtained as a result of a warrantless search of a residence is inadmissible in court. Whether an exception, or a valid warrant, made the search lawful cannot be determined without reviewing the facts of the incident, including... View More

An arrest warrant may be issued if a new charge is filed.

When an in-custody felony defendant is not brought to trial within 60 days of his arraignment, the charges must be dismissed, unless there is a very good reason for a delay, or the defendant consents to a delay. Cal. Penal Code section 1382.

The California Rules of Professional Conduct, Rule 1.4, (https://www.calbar.ca.gov/Portals/0/documents/rules/Rule_1.4-Exec_Summary-Redline.pdf) regarding a lawyer's duties and responsibilities to communicate with a client may help in deciding whether the attorney is meeting these obligations... View More

Your written statement is very unclear. Perhaps it would be easier to explain in a phone call. Many attorneys offer free initial consultations by telephone. Good luck.

To reliably answer your concerns, a lawyer would have to review any court orders and other materials pertinent to your parental rights, and any section 290-registrant requirements that may apply.

The driver's parole status conveys no authority to police to lawfully search his passengers. If they have a factual basis for believing a passenger may be a threat, they can perform a cursory and limited check for weapons. If they have a factual basis for believing a passenger may possess... View More

Maybe no time, depending on the facts of the case. Ask a skilled criminal law defense attorney to evaluate the strengths and weaknesses of the case against you. Good luck.

It is possible, but unlikely, as once DV reports are taken by police and filed with the DA's office, prosecutions go forward even without the cooperation of the complaining party. Because a decision to prosecute depends of the facts of the case, you may want to discuss the matter in detail... View More

If your question is can police search you lawfully for evidence that is admissible in court, the answer is maybe. It depends on the facts of the particular incident. A criminal law defense lawyer will have to review the details of the matter to better advise you. Good luck.

You can be charged if there is evidence suggesting you probably committed or attempted to commit fraud. Changing your mind about it afterward may be relevant to punishment, but probably not to guilt. Talk to a lawyer before speaking to law enforcement. Good luck.

If the accusation was an honest mistake, you won't win. If you were falsely accused out of negligence or malice, you might.

No, police cannot lawfully enter a room rented by an individual not involved in the altercation without the consent of the occupant.