Legal Question in Criminal Law in California

My boyfriend (Tony) is in jail cause his stepdad said Tony told him he was going to shoot him in the face. Tony said he never said that. What will happen? Is it his word agenst his stepdad. How does it work?


Asked on 10/06/10, 3:47 pm

2 Answers from Attorneys

David M. Wallin Law Offices OF David M. Wallin

It is very serious to be charged with the crime of criminal threats...a violation of 422 pc. This charge can be a felony and a STRIKE. You should speak to a qualified attorney in or near your area. We give FREE consultations, both in the office, and on the phone. Speak to an attorney so that you can go through all the facts and a qualified criminal attorney can give you very valuable feedback. I wish you well....David Wallin

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Answered on 10/11/10, 4:34 pm
Terry A. Nelson Nelson & Lawless

If he has been arrested and charged with terrorist threats, assault, battery, attempted murder, etc, etc., they are all felony counts with potential prison term if convicted.

What can he do? Defend the charges. Go to court, enter a not guilty plea if appropriate, arrange bail reduction or OR, set up and attend the court hearing[s] and trial date[s]. File motions as applicable. Raise all the available defenses with whatever admissible and credible witnesses, evidence and facts are available for legal arguments for motions, plea bargaining or at trial. Go to trial if it can't be resolved with motions or a plea bargain. There is no magic wand to wave and make it all disappear. If you don't know how to do these things, then hire an attorney that does, who will try to get a decent plea bargain for you. If serious about doing so, feel free to contact me.

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Answered on 10/11/10, 5:25 pm


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