Frequently Asked Questions
The police gave me a citation but I never went to jail. Is there a criminal case against me?
The fact that you were never physically taken to jail does NOT necessarily mean that there is no criminal case against you. If you were given a citation to appear in court, you are required to appear in court. Charges may or may not have been filed against you. Shannon Hopkins can help you determine whether charges were filed against you and appear for you in court on the date listed on your citation. Contact her office today to determine how she can help.
I was arrested and went to jail but I paid the bail to be released. Do I still have to go to court?
Yes. Paying bail (either in full or through a bail bondsman) is just a financial way to promise that you will appear in court. You need to appear in court on the date that was given to you when you were released from jail. If you don't have that date any longer, Shannon Hopkins can locate your case and court date for you through the scope of her representation. Contact Hopkins Law to learn more.
I was in an accident and am now being sued. Can I hire Shannon Hopkins to take my case?
Being sued in civil court is different than a criminal case. A civil lawsuit involves one person suing another for money and does not involve possible jail time. Shannon Hopkins is a criminal defense attorney and does not represent people in civil court.
However, if an accident occurred and the police arrested you or charged you with a crime, contact Shannon Hopkins to review your options today.
I was contacted by the police months ago but I was never arrested or told to go to court. Does that mean that there's no criminal case against me?
It depends. If the police contacted you as a witness or a victim, there is likely no criminal case against you. However, the police legally do not have to tell you why they are contacting you and many officers will not tell you the purpose of their contact. If you think that you may be a suspect or a defendant in a criminal case, contact Hopkins Law for a free
20-minute phone consultation.
I was charged for a crime that occurred in California but not in Los Angeles or Orange County. Can Hopkins Law represent me?
Possibly. While Shannon Hopkins primarily represents clients in Los Angeles and Orange County, she will sometimes accept clients in other Californian jurisdictions. Call Hopkins Law today to schedule a consultation to determine whether your case is eligible for her representation.
I was charged for a crime that occurred outside California. Can Hopkins Law represent me?
No. Shannon Hopkins only represents people charged with crimes within California.
How much does it cost to hire Shannon Hopkins as my lawyer?
The cost for Shannon Hopkins' services vary.
A simple case will cost between $6,000 and $20,000, depending on what services you would like.
A complex case, however, will cost $10,000 to $30,000.
Review the Services page for more information.
