In order to file a lawsuit in Federal District Court, there has to be "diversity of citizenship" (meaning you live in 1 state while the defendants live in another). The amount of damages also has to be in excess of $75,000.

From what you've described, you have several... View More

Your situation is a CIVIL matter, not criminal in nature.

You're going to have a tough time getting any of your money back without a contract or something else in writing that shows it was a loan and not a gift. Breach of an oral contract has a 2 year statute of limitations in... View More

You are undoubtedly represented by counsel (Federal Defender) who knows the facts of your case, your prior criminal history, etc., which is the basis of the offer (plus there are Federal Sentencing Guidelines for different types of cases in Federal court). He (or she) is in the best position to... View More

Unless you pled guilty straight up to the court (unrepresented by a Public Defender or private counsel), I suggest you talk with your attorney who assisted in the guilty plea entered. You can also contact the Court Clerk for the Criminal Division for the court (there are many courthouses in LA... View More

While I agree with Mr. Lehr's answer, be aware that attorneys on the criminal defense conflict panel, assuming the court appoints new counsel after the Marsden hearing, are paid a very small, lump sum, whether for court appearances or trial, which creates a financial disincentive to do... View More

Your question has absolutely nothing to do with criminal law. If you want to sue someone, that's a CIVIL matter.

Just because someone else is suing someone, doesn't mean you can join their lawsuit (or file an independent action against that defendant). to "get on the gravy... View More

Mr. Winkler provided a fine answer with respect to what I refer as "unintended" or "collateral' consequences involving reporting family members to CPS or other agencies involved in family law matters. I'm going to approach it from a criminal law standpoint.

You... View More

Your PO can ask for them but that doesn't mean you have to turn them over. Your wife has a right to privacy in her medical records and also HIPAA and the CMIA (Confidentiality of Medical Information Act) protects such records from disclosure.

It's called an "Arraignment".

If, as I suspect, you are already in jail you will remain in custody on the "Absconding" charge alone which carries a sentence 1 year in state prison. You will likely get additional jail time for being in violation of the terms of your... View More

It depends on the terms and conditions of your probation and/or parole. Your P.O.'s subjective belief without other corroborating evidence probably wouldn't hold up in court. Talk with your attorney who represented you in connection with your case/sentencing or hire a lawyer in your... View More

See my earlier response. You can indeed fight the alleged probation and/or parole violation.

I suggest you consult with and hire an experienced, reputable attorney in your area who handles domestic violence cases. By the nature of the injuries described, it may be filed as a felony. You have several potential defenses.

Good luck.

There is nothing your friend can do to reduce the charges. Hiring a highly skilled, criminal defense lawyer with experience handling resisting arrest cases, which is the most serious of the offenses charged, is the best thing he can do.

PC 69 is a "wobbler" meaning it can be... View More

What is your question? If you are asking if that was legal or illegal, it depend on whether you were on probation or parole for a conviction and you agreed to, among other terms and conditions, to provide a DNA sample. I suggest you consult with the attorney who represented you on that subject.... View More

You still owe the bail bondsman for posting bail on your behalf because uou entered into a biding contract with him (or he) independent of the charges being "dropped" (never filed or dismissed).

VC 12500 is a "wobbler" meaning it can be charged as a misdemeanor or as an infraction. In most instances, the charge is reduced to an infraction with a fine (no probation) or even dismissed in the "interests of justice" if you hire an attorney.

The key question is no... View More

I suggest you review the court website or clerk's office for the county where the prisoner is held to obtain the form you are seeking or do a Goggle search for it yourself.

I don't know what you meaning by "grooming" but it would not be a good idea. If you were to engage in any sexual activity (not merely intercourse but "petting", oral, sending each other pic's of yourselves nude, etc.) you could be charged with lewd acts with a minor,... View More

The DA's Office files the criminal complaint. If, as I suspect, your husband was convicted of a non-violent felony to be in the MCRP, it's unlawful for a him to be in possession of a firearm which is a separate felony charge.

By telling the police that gun was yours, you also... View More

It depends on the probation you received for the 1st conviction and what you are currently charged with allegedly intending to sell . If heroin, meth or coke, you're going to do significant jail time. https://johnkaraslaw.com/practice-areas/drug-crimes/

Instead of going the Public... View More