Nicholas Milan Loncar’s Answers

I took the liberty of changing the category of the question to Criminal Defense. I am a CA criminal defense attorney, but unfortunately cannot give you an answer to your question without more details. I don't even know what she's being charged with. Who knows that she was trying to hit her fiance with the car? Unless she admitted this to police, it'll be tough to prove an intent to injure another. Was she intoxicated? Were either of the children injured? Did the accident cause any...

It sounds like your fiance could be facing very serious charges. At this stage, it is certainly possible that a detective won't believe the story and it's the DA who then decides whether to bring charges based on the evidence. Being innocent doesn't mean you don't need an attorney. Get someone on your side ASAP. The earlier an attorney gets started on this case, the better.

Unfortunately, yes, it's too late to change your sentence. I recommend speaking to an immigration attorney to see what else can be done.

The expungement you're talking about is a dismissal under PC 1203.4. Both misdemeanors and felonies can be expunged if you were granted probation and have completed probation. Have you finished your probation? If there's still time left but you've complied with all requirements, you or an attorney may seek to have your probation terminated early.

You can ignore the civil demand letter from Wal-Mart. Unless you hear from the police, DA or court, you're not going to be in any trouble.

You can't be convicted of PC 242 (Battery) unless the jury finds that you actually struck him. Since he's saying you hit him in the face, it's possible the jury would find that way even if that didn't really happen. PC 240 (Assault) does not require actual contact, only an attempt and present ability. So unless you were too drunk to have even possibly hit him, you can be convicted of Assault under the You do seem to have a good case for self-defense, but should get a good attorney to...

It's too early to talk jail time (though Mr. Daley's estimate is probably accurate for a conviction). At this point it's still important to fight the case. There may be trial issues or the possibility of working out a plea deal. As the other attorneys have said the probation violation and weapons throw a lot more into the mix. You definitely need a good Los Angeles criminal defense attorney. I am one of many attorneys on this site who offer free phone consultations and would be happy to...

Alongside running your prints, they will most likely run your name and DOB as well. Even if you were never fingerprinted, there is a discoverable record of the charge and dismissal. A dismissed charge shouldn't be held against you. This is your career, so I would either check your record yourself to be sure or at least consult with an attorney who has some experience with state licensing agencies. It is usually best to disclose any arrests/charges, but it will depend on the wording of...

Anytime you're pulled over with a restricted license (issued by the DMV, not a judge), there's a good chance the officer will ask you where you're going or headed.

Taking care of the bench warrant is probably a good idea. If you put it on calendar with a court, there's a good chance the judge will set a court date and release you on your own recognizance (depends on some other factors like how long you were evading the court, the charges, etc.). Speak with an attorney first and see what your options are. If you insist on staying a fugitive, keep in mind that larger complexes with professional management services are more likely to run effective...