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My juvenile son got a ticket for pc 415 and on it stated infraction and now we got a letter in the mail stating misdemeanor why?

Penal Code 415, commonly known as disturbing the peace is a "wobblette;" it can be filed either as an infraction or misdemeanor. The DA gets to decide how to file the case regardless of what it says on the ticket. Call Attorney Arthur Khachatourians if you have any question 818-590-8294.

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Is public urination a misdemeanor?

Urinating in Public is what we call a "wobblette." The prosecuting agency has the discretion to file it as a misdemeanor or an infraction. If the case is filed as a misdemeanor, you are entitled to a a jury trial. If the case is filed as an infraction, you will only get a judge trial, unless you insist to have it filed as a misdemeanor.

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Sealing california juvenile record

You need to file a petition with the Juvenile court. Call for further direction - 818-590-8294

I am a friend and neighbor to the victim, what can I do?

You can call the police and/or Department of Child and Family Services.

Can I get violated for my domestic violence probation if I can't afford the classes?

If you do nothing, you will be found in violation. You need a qualified and experienced Los Angeles Criminal Defense attorney to modify the terms of your probation as necessary given your particular situation

If the father of my baby has domestic violence on his record can he still be awarded visitation rights?

It really depends the severity of the domestic violence, the length of time, the remedial measures initiated by the individual, and the type of visitation rights the person seeks (supervised or unsupervised). In California, there is a presumption that a party who has perpetrated domestic violence, it is not in the best interest of the child for that person to have custody over the child. There are a number of factors a court will look at to see if the presumption can be rebutted. See Family...

I'm 17 and have a clean record, but was caught for possession of alcohol. What will happen to me in court?

In Juvenile court they will first have probation write up a recommendation. An attorney may talk to probation to request diversion. Call to discuss further 818-590-8294 - Arthur Khachatourians http://www.calicriminaldefense.com

I have a warrant fta in court 5 years ago for shoplifting what are the consequences for first offense if i show up in court.

You need an attorney to appear for you and quash the warrant. Call me to discuss further in detail. Arthur Khachatourians 818-590-8294 - http://www.calicriminaldefense.com

For a minor shoplifting offense is there anyway to have it not appear on my criminal record or have the charges dropped?

Yes. It is wise to hire a criminal defense attorney. Call 818-590-8294 or visit http://www.calicriminaldefense.com.