Legal Research: Introduction to Print Resources

Saturday, February 14, 2015
10:00 a.m. — 11:30 a.m.

This class provides students the opportunity to learn fundamental legal research concepts by focusing on the elements and features of legal research materials in print format and the tools by which to locate them.

Class covers:

  • Introduction to primary and secondary authority, and finding tools
  • Characteristics of legal research materials in print format
  • Legal research tips

LA Law Library does not provide legal advice:
LA Law Library provides legal resources and assistance with legal research as an educational service. The Law Library is pleased to offer our patrons the opportunity to obtain assistance from third party legal service providers at this and other events within the Library. However, the Library does not control and is not responsible for the content or scope of any assistance given by those providers.

Registration fees:
$20 for the class (nonrefundable payment reserves spot)

 

Free Help with Clearing Criminal Records

Tuesday, June 12, 2018  5:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Tuesday, July 10, 2018  5:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Tuesday, August 14, 2018  5:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Tuesday, September 11, 2018  5:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Tuesday, October 9, 2018  5:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Tuesday, November 13, 2018  5:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Tuesday, December 11, 2018  5:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m

 

The Legal Aid Foundation of Los Angeles (LAFLA) will provide free legal assistance to eligible low income individuals who are seeking to clean up their criminal records. Clearing a criminal record allows individuals to move on with their lives and seek jobs and other opportunities that would otherwise not be available.

To Register: Interested individuals should call (800) 399-4529 to be pre-screened for the workshop. Eligible candidates will be seen by appointment ONLY.

Candidates must not be on probation or owe fees, fines or restitution. Candidates must also have a copy of his/her criminal transcript from the court or a criminal history report (a 'RAP' sheet) from the California Department of Justice. You may request a criminal history report by doing a live scan at locations found at https://oag.ca.gov/fingerprints/locations

Registration fee: FREE

LA Law Library does not provide legal advice:
LA Law Library provides legal resources and assistance with legal research as an educational service. The Law Library is pleased to offer our patrons the opportunity to obtain assistance from third party legal service providers at this and other events within the Library. However, the Library does not control and is not responsible for the content or scope of any assistance given by those providers.

IN PERSON: Free Help with Clearing Criminal Records

Friday, September 16, 2022: 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Free legal assistance filing a petition to clear a criminal record.

To Register: Call (800) 399-4529 to be pre-screened.

Eligible candidates will be seen by appointment ONLY. Candidates must not be on probation or owe fees, fines or restitution. Candidates must also have a copy of his/her criminal transcript from the court or a criminal history report (a ‘RAP’ sheet) from

the California Department of Justice. You may request a criminal history report by doing a live scan at locations found at: https://oag.ca.gov/fingerprints/locations

Check-in begins: 9:30 a.m.

Notice: Space is limited. Attendees admitted with an appointment ONLY.

Presented by: Legal Aid Foundation of Los Angeles (LAFLA)

 

Help with Clearing Criminal Records

Tuesday, February 13, 2018: 5:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Tuesday, March 13, 2018: 5:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Tuesday, April 10, 2018: 5:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

The Legal Aid Foundation of Los Angeles (LAFLA) will provide free legal assistance to eligible low income individuals who are seeking to clean up their criminal records. Clearing a criminal record allows individuals to move on with their lives and seek jobs and other opportunities that would otherwise not be available.

To Register: Interested individuals should call (800) 399-4529 to be pre-screened for the workshop. Eligible candidates will be seen by appointment ONLY.

Candidates must not be on probation or owe fees, fines or restitution. Candidates must also have a copy of his/her criminal transcript from the court or a criminal history report (a 'RAP' sheet) from the California Department of Justice. You may request a criminal history report by doing a live scan at locations found at https://oag.ca.gov/fingerprints/locations.

No legal advice:
LA Law Library does not provide legal advice. LA Law Library provides legal resources and assistance with legal research as an educational service. The Law Library is pleased to offer our patrons the opportunity to obtain assistance from third party legal service providers at this and other events within the Library. However, the Library does not control and is not responsible for the content or scope of any assistance given by those providers.

Registration fees: Free

Free Help with Clearing Criminal Records

Services provided by Legal Aid Foundation of Los Angeles (LAFLA) are being provided by phone and online this month and until further notice due to public health concerns.

To Register: Interested individuals should call (800) 399-4529 to be pre-screened for the workshop. If eligible, details will be provided about how to connect to the clinic via teleconference.

Eligible candidates will be seen by appointment ONLY.

Candidates must not be on probation or owe fees, fines or restitution. Candidates must also have a copy of his/her criminal transcript from the court or a criminal history report (a 'RAP' sheet) from the California Department of Justice. You may request a criminal history report by doing a live scan at locations found at https://oag.ca.gov/fingerprints/locations

Tuesday, September 14, 2021: 5:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Tuesday, October 26, 2021: 5:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Tuesday, November 9, 2021: 5:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Tuesday, December 14, 2021: 5:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

LA Law Library does not provide legal advice:
LA Law Library does not provide legal advice. LA Law Library provides legal resources and assistance with legal research as an educational service. The Law Library is pleased to offer our patrons the opportunity to obtain assistance from third party legal service providers at this and other events within the Library. However, the Library does not control and is not responsible for the content or scope of any assistance given by those providers.

 

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