Legal Question in Criminal Law in California
Regarding my boyfriend's case:
He was arrested dec. 28th 2008 and was heard in court 3 days later and was being charged with attemptive joy riding and felony assault. He has a ''EDP (early disposition) interview on the 12th and a preliminary hearing on the 14th. What is an early disposition? In your opinion, based on common law, what would they most likely give him? Will they consider since the 28th until january 12th or 14th time served? or are the sentences more harsh? He also admitted to have been under the influence of narcotics during the crime, could he possibly tell the courts it was due to that reason and request rehab as opposed to jail? Should he do that? What else can he do if he does not have enough money to hire an attorney? Please help me!! Thank you so much for your time...
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Re: Regarding my boyfriend's case:
All kinds of defensive and sentencing options might be possible. However, it is impossible to meaningfully advise you without knowing all the facts. Often, the devil is in the details found in the police reports or elsewhere.
Your boyfriend needs a good lawyer who is familiar with all the facts. No substitutes or shortcuts here.
Hope this helps. Feel free to contact me if you are interested in retaining a private attorney.
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