Legal Question in Criminal Law in California

Vandalizm

My nephew who is 18 got cought vandilizing and spent a night in jail. His court hearing is next week. Do we need to have a lawyer represent him?


Asked on 8/12/08, 11:42 am

2 Answers from Attorneys
Ryan P. McClure The Law Offices of Ryan P. McClure

Re: Vandalizm

It is always advisable to have a lawyer retained in these types of cases. If your nephew can afford a private attorney it would be recommended he retain one fairly quickly.

Good Luck!

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Answered on 8/12/08, 7:28 pm
Brian McGinity McGinity Law Office

Re: Vandalizm

Yes. You should have an attorney. If I recall the line between a felony and misdemeanor is $400.00. So anything over that would be a felony. Get a lawyer

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Answered on 8/12/08, 7:49 pm


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