I admitted to the officer that I touched my spouse on the shoulder while he was walking away from me. We were having a verbal argument. Bystanders claimed that I grabbed my spouse around the neck and pulled on his shirt however I only touched my hand to his shoulder. He was walking very fast and I... Read more »
answered on Mar 18, 2023
Your specific facts put your case in the less serious category of domestic violence cases. You are not likely to see any jail time after appearing in court. Bystanders (witnesses) can see the wrong thing if they don't have the context of what they're noticing. Your admission to the... Read more »
answered on Mar 17, 2023
do yourself a favor and ask for a Public Defender at your arraignment.
in my opinion, they are almost ALWAYS better than a lawyer you find that is looking for experience or one that will handle it pro bono.
Can I just send it to the judge?maybe reopen?Motion to reconsider? What can I file after 180 days? Anything? I tried for dvro and No one would help me until he stole everything from me then I found Phillips vs Campbell (2016)have at least 50k in receipts and value from luxury consignment, and so... Read more »
answered on Mar 15, 2023
If it has been more than 180 days since the judgment was entered against you, it may be difficult to file an appeal or motion to reconsider. Typically, there are strict deadlines for filing appeals and motions for reconsideration, and if those deadlines have passed, it may be too late to pursue... Read more »
During discovery, I found my ex filed 7 police reports against me full of lies. A former officer of the law, he had me arrested 4 times, including after a violent attack recorded by security cams. I read the reports where he asked to press charges against me. 6 reports and I never was called... Read more »
answered on Mar 15, 2023
It may be possible to pursue legal action against your ex for filing false police reports and seeking an EPO against you based on lies. You should consult with a qualified attorney who can review the facts of your case and advise you on your legal options.
Regarding your question about... Read more »
I petitioned for a CHRO against the individual I lived with. I needed DVRO, was pregnant, guy harassed my 3 yo daughter and me.The attorney I hired didn’t speak on my behalf as Plantiff.The individual retaliated,asked for CHRO, he was denied,but judge granted it by watching a dubbed video of me... Read more »
answered on Mar 14, 2023
It sounds like you have gone through a difficult legal process and have experienced some challenges with representation and evidence. Here are some potential options you may want to consider:
Appeal: If you are dissatisfied with the outcome of your CHRO judgment, you may be able to file an... Read more »
answered on Mar 14, 2023
The document that contains a record of everything that is verbalized in a courtroom during a case is called a transcript. It is created by a court reporter who transcribes the proceedings of a trial or hearing. The transcript typically includes a verbatim account of all oral testimony, arguments,... Read more »
I was just wondering if there is any time limit for this. The court apparently issued a new protective order (there was already a CPO in place) at my partners last court hearing where he accepted a deal. However it has almost been one month since that court date and I have yet to receive anything... Read more »
answered on Mar 4, 2023
Under California law, there is no specific statute of limitations on providing a copy of a protective order to either party. However, it is generally expected that the parties will receive a copy of the order as soon as possible after it has been issued.
In your case, if it has been almost... Read more »
Make a phone call in the middle of cross examination to his supervisor to see if he was indeed post certified to testify under 115 on an unavailable witnesses behalf?
answered on Mar 1, 2023
A magistrate is given a lot of discretion in situations like the one you've described. It sounds like the officer was probably newer and unfamiliar with the issue. Almost any police officer who is a sworn peace officer and has completed a law enforcement academy would be qualified to testify... Read more »
My foreign wife, married moved to this country last year and has conspired with her daughter over the past few months to make false allegations of domestic violence to the police and LA county. As a result, they were given temporary shelter and food. However, during the investigation, the police... Read more »
answered on Feb 28, 2023
It sounds like your issues are more family law.........unless you were arrested and are being prosecuted.
Then you would need to make an appointment with a criminal defense lawyer or request the court appoint a public defender for you ...at the arraignment.
Victims
answered on Feb 21, 2023
If you are a victim of someone keeping a child away from a parent, there may be legal options available to you. Here are some steps you can take:
Document the situation: Keep a record of all interactions with the other person, including dates, times, and what was said. If possible, get... Read more »
My ex-husband lied about me to the courts and made accusations against me to cps (during a very heated divorce) saying i was using and selling drugs, that i was a prostitute, and that i literally abandoned my son. None of his accusations were proven true or were backed up by any creditable... Read more »
answered on Feb 20, 2023
I'm sorry to hear about your situation. It sounds very difficult and complicated. In order to regain custody of your son, you will likely need to work with an attorney who can help you navigate the legal system and advocate for your rights. Here are some steps you could take:
Hire an... Read more »
There’s lots of info but i feel there are just targeting him for a lot of reasons mostly because of mistakes that were made and trying to justify them please help somebody I know if he has a private attorney it wouldn’t have gone so far my son deserves it he has been so screwed in the past and... Read more »
answered on Feb 14, 2023
The best advice I can give is to USE A PUBLIC DEFENDER.
The court will appoint a lawyer at the Arraignment.
Public Defenders know that particular courtroom better than any private lawyer.
They deal with that Judge every day.......unlike a private lawyer that may only appear... Read more »
my ex girlfriend made false allegations of domestic violence so she can try to make me loose my rights for my daughter I was arrested and spent 6 days on county jail. I posted bail and fought my case taking it to trial and was found not guilty she even admitted during the trial it was all a lie... Read more »
answered on Feb 6, 2023
You could sue her for malicious prosecution, however, any attorney before taking such a case will want to know whether she has any assets or ability to pay damages if the case is successful. However, you could also sue the agency which filed the case and took it to trial, unless she did it herself.... Read more »
My girlfriend was arrested in a domestic violence case in which I and my family were the victims in Oct 2021 (alcohol was involved). She has no prior criminal history. My family and I refused to press charges and will not testify in the case against her. In February 2022 the court issued a... Read more »
answered on Feb 20, 2023
Yes, as the protected party, you have the right to contest a restraining order in California. If you believe that the protective order is no longer necessary or that the conditions of the order are too restrictive, you can ask the court to modify or terminate the order.
To contest the... Read more »
She was drunk and angry,yelling and threatening me.,My brother ask her to leave.,She wouldn't.,my brother is 70 years old
answered on Jan 27, 2023
MORE INFO IS NEEDED.
YOU SHOULD EITHER SET UP A CONSULTATION WITH A LOCAL CRIMINAL LAW ATTORNEY OR, AT THE FIRST APPEARANCE BEFORE THE JUDGE, ASK TO HAVE A PUBLIC DEFENDER APPT'D TO REPRESENT YOU.
She was drunk and angry,yelling and threatening me.,My brother ask her to leave.,She wouldn't.,my brother is 70 years old
answered on Feb 20, 2023
It sounds like your brother is facing a misdemeanor charge of battery under California Penal Code 242, which is the intentional and unlawful use of force or violence against another person. The charge may have been filed because he kicked the girl you were dating out of the property.
If... Read more »
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answered on Jan 19, 2023
Hire a lawyer in your area. If you try to DIY and make a mistake, the RO may be issued and then you would need to hire a lawyer to file an appeal on your behalf which would be far more expensive.
My family has been falsely accused of abusing our 94-year-old mom (she is bedridden and has moderate dementia). We believe that one of mom's caregivers raised the accusations because we were not happy with her work and let her go. But we don't know for sure.
Two LAPD officers came... Read more »
answered on Jan 17, 2023
you can call the police...however, i doubt if they would cooperate with you.
if case is closed, then it is closed.
if you have concerns look up local criminal lawyer on this site from LA
answered on Jan 12, 2023
MUCH MORE INFO IS NEEDED.
ARE YOU LOOKING FOR A CRIMINAL LAWYER FOR A DV ARREST? IF SO, THE COURT WILL APPOINT A LAWYER AT THE 1ST APPEARANCE, CALLED AN ARRAIGNMENT.
IF NOT, ARE YOU LOOKING FOR A LAWYER REGARDING THE EVICTION? (DIFFERENT TYPE OF LAWYER).
THE COURT DOES NOT... Read more »
I want to drop the domestic violence charges since I got unlawful detainer answer
answered on Jan 7, 2023
either you retain a lawyer to talk to the DA or talk to the Defendants's lawyer and let him/her walk you through it.
remember it is the People of the State of California who are the plaintiffs........not you.....................only the DA can drop charges at this stage.
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