Chris Nalchadjian Lawyers, want to be a Justia Connect Pro too? Learn more ›
answered on Jun 30, 2025

Based on the details you shared: To request the dismissal of charges before your arraignment, your attorney can file a motion arguing that there was no probable cause for your arrest under Penal Code 415. Since you complied with the police by stopping noise and were simply standing peacefully with... View More

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answered on Jun 30, 2025

Based on the detqails you prived:

Yes, you can file a police report in California if you believe your jewelry is being wrongfully withheld. Although there was no written contract, you may still have a valid claim under a verbal agreement and the legal principle of bailment, which applies... View More

Your question raises a number of issues. First, trust is central to the lawer-client relationship; when this is weak or absent, the client needs to find another lawyer. Second, a defendant will not get a reliable second-opinion without first dismissing her current attorney and then hiring a new... View More

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answered on Jun 16, 2025

Even with the recanted statement, the decision of whether to pursue the case will still rest with the prosecutor. With that said, if they have been informed of the desire to recant AND the issue of intoxication as you mentioned in your question, they have a duty to disclose that to the accused. A... View More

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answered on Jun 12, 2025

Dear injured worker,

Thank you for your inquiry. The information you provided would indicate that your dispute should be handled through the WCAB and by your attorney. The court takes fraud very seriously and can’t issue ruling as to the admissibility of any documentation that was... View More

A defendant represented by a court-appointed attorney has the right to ask the court to conduct a "Marsden Hearing" for purposes of appointing a different attorney. At the hearing, the court will ask the defendant to explain why he is making this request, and at that point a statement... View More

A prosecutor has no power to add to or subtract from time served. That is up to the judge who hears your case, and depends on whether you are convicted or not. This sounds like an intimidation tactic by the deputy DA, and you should feel perfectly comfortable with your appointed public defender to... View More

When you go to court on 6/17 for your arraignment, you can get a copy from your court-appointed lawyer, who will be given copies of the complaint and police report at that time. A privately-hired attorney may be able to obtain those documents for you before the arraignment on 6/17. You can also... View More

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answered on Jun 4, 2025

I'm sorry to hear about what happened. Based on the facts you shared—being assaulted by a Home Depot employee with a garden hoe, resulting in visible injury documented by police and witnesses—you may have grounds for a civil lawsuit.

In California, you can potentially pursue... View More

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answered on Jun 3, 2025

Thanks for sharing those details—this is a serious situation with potential legal consequences, and I want to be clear and supportive here.

Since this happened in California, where we are licensed, I can tell you that leaving the scene of an accident—especially one involving... View More

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answered on Jun 3, 2025

If you left the scene without giving your name, contact info, or insurance info to the other drivers, or if you didn't contact the police if you were unable to give your info to the drivers, you could be charged with the crime of leaving the scene of an accident under California Vehicle Code... View More

1. Hire a criminal defense attorney. You have admitted to hit and run, which is potentially a felony. 2. Start cooperating with your insurance company. You and your father have a contractual obligation to do so. If you do not, your insurer can refuse to defend or indemnify you, leaving you... View More

To address your legal concerns effectively, consider the following steps:

Extortion: Consult with an attorney to evaluate your evidence and determine whether to pursue criminal charges through law enforcement or civil remedies under California Civil Code §§ 1566–1570, which address... View More

Unclear to whom you are reporting. 1. Work your way up the chain of command. 2. Contact the licensing agency for your facility. As a whistleblower, you should be protected from adverse employment actions, and if that is violated, you may have a lawsuit.

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answered on May 24, 2025

It is common for the OC District Attorney to act in this fashion. Someone gets arrested or cited and released with an appearance date for court. The person shows up and chargers are not yet filed. Either the police havent's submitted the file to the DA on time or the assigned DA has not gotten... View More

I can't imagine what it must feel like to be a victim in these circumstances. Here are some things you should know.

1. The prosecutor represents the People and not you personally, and has many competing interests driving any decisions made in the defendant's case. Among these are... View More

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answered on May 16, 2025

You’re right to be concerned. What you’ve described may constitute elder abuse and financial exploitation under California law. The behavior—coercion, verbal and physical abuse, false accusations, and fraudulent changes to financial accounts—raises serious red flags.

You should... View More

Per Education Code section 48915, a student that possess a dangerous object must be recommended for expulsion unless the school/district determines another means of correction is appropriate. The district holds the power to determine discipline and seems to have rejected exclusion at this time,... View More

If there is absolutely no evidence, then you can not be evicted for violating your rental agreement. However, there is no requirement that the evidence includes a criminal conviction. If you contest the eviction in court, the landlord will have to prove that it is more likely than not that you... View More

Yes. An ex-boyfriend's refusal to leave after invitation revocation can be trespassing. This doesn't mean you can just bear-mace him. You didn't mention why you asked him to leave. The police and prosecutor have determined you broke the law. You will need to convince the jury otherwise.