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First point, you have the right to remain silent. Only idiots talk to investigators/cops. Remember, no matter what you say it will be twisted around... Read Answer
You have the right to remain silent. Only idiots talk to investigators/cops. Remember, no matter what you say it will be twisted around and used... Read Answer
You should hire a lawyer right away. The consequences of a DV conviction is severe, including a life-time ban on gun ownership, requirement to attend... Read Answer
You should hire a lawyer to go to court to recall the warrant. A lawyer can do this without you present if the underlying charge is a misdemeanor, so... Read Answer
Instead of worrying about the jail time, you need to focus your attention on how you can avoid being convicted. Petty theft is a crime of moral... Read Answer
You should hire a lawyer to go to court to check for you and to recall the warrant(s). A lawyer can do this without you present if the underlying... Read Answer
A few hours. You should hire a lawyer to go to court to recall the warrant. A lawyer can do this without you present if the underlying charge is a... Read Answer
Petty theft is a crime of moral turpitude, and if convicted it will really hurt your school/employment aspirations. You should talk to a lawyer, who... Read Answer
Petty theft is a crime of moral turpitude, and if convicted it will really hurt your school/employment aspirations. You should talk to a lawyer, who... Read Answer
You sister would need to consult with a criminal attorney as soon as possible to deal with the warrant and to help her avoid the probation violation.
Your friend's mom is in very serious trouble and could be sent to prison if her case is not handled correctly. She should contact an attorney to... Read Answer
You have the right to remain silent. Only idiots talk to investigators/cops. Remember, no matter what you say it will be twisted around and used... Read Answer
You have the right to remain silent. Only idiots talk to investigators/cops. Remember, no matter what you say it will be twisted around and used... Read Answer
You have the right to remain silent. Only idiots talk to investigators/cops. Remember, no matter what you say it will be twisted around and used... Read Answer
It's out of your hands at this stage. With that in mind, petty theft is a crime of moral turpitude, and if convicted it will really hurt your... Read Answer
He will end up in juvenile court. He may be eligible for 654 supervision under the Welfare and Institutions Code.
It depends if you have a warrant outstanding. Contact a lawyer to do it for you.
Instead of worrying about the jail time, you need to focus your attention on how you can avoid being convicted. Time to shop for a lawyer and get... Read Answer
Don't confuse the civil case between you and the store with the criminal case in court between you and the state. Signing the papers was foolish... Read Answer
You don't need to have been arrested to have a warrant outstanding. You should hire a lawyer to go to court to recall the warrant. A lawyer can do... Read Answer
No you don't. You have the right to remain silent. Only idiots talk to investigators/cops. Remember, no matter what you say it will be twisted around... Read Answer
This happens all the time. It?s easier to prove a probation violation than a new charge.
The range of possible consequences is too large to give you a decent answer. Consult with a local criminal defense lawyer ASAP. If you can't afford... Read Answer
Just because the probation is informal doesn't mean that they don?t have the right to search without a warrant. It depends on the terms and... Read Answer