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First time DUI in California with non-us license

You should talk to a lawyer immediately. Blood alcohol content results are not always accurate. You may be facing additional penalties for what is considered a DUI accident and for driving without a valid CA license. A lawyer may be able to mitigate these penalties. You can call my office for more information at 949-477-8088.

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What should i do? Can i plea "no contest"?

I agree that you do need an attorney. In most states it is fairly easy to get the public defender's office appointed if you are a juvenile. By all means, you should plead "not guilty" and give an attorney a chance to work on it. It sounds as if the facts you are describing may be accidental, whereas the consequences may be grave. (In California, for example, you could lose your license for life if you're convicted of assault with a vehicle.) In short, plead not guilty and get an attorney....

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What are the consequences of a petty theft citation?

First, are you a juvenile or an adult? In which court are you expected to appear?

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Cited for petty theft with a Trespass Notice, is it a infraction or misdemeanor for first time offense?

It is possible that the case will be charged as an infraction, but more likely that it will come through as a misdemeanor. It is unlikely that you yourself can do anything to reduce the charge or its consequences, but a reputable attorney can. You probably want to let your parents know- most parents are understanding, after the initial anger. Together, you should get an attorney, who can work to properly mitigate the case and protect your future. I can meet with all of you this week, if you are...

DUI Removal

I would agree with Mr. Marshall's response, particularly with respect to what can and can't be done via Penal Code section 1203.4. In addition, I would check with the automotive licensing agency and see if there is anything else that you can do which would help mitigate that offense. Most licensing agencies consider expungements "rehabilitative", but of limited value. Sometimes they consider things like AA meetings to be of more value, depending on the type of license and the nature of the...

Expungement

If you had no violations while you were on probation, then you are entitled to an expungement. It is possible that an expungement may have some bearing on your immigration case, but you must speak to an immigration attorney about that directly. I can do the expungements for you very inexpensively. Please see www.irvinecriminallawyer.com or call me at 949-477-8088 to discuss this further.

Can I be convicted or chareged of a Alcohol related vehicle offense if I was not arrested at the seen?

This sounds like a good case. Without a chemical test it will be difficult (if not impossible) for the prosecution to prove that you were under the influence at the time of driving. Get aggressive representation and you might just see this case dismissed.

With a Plea in Abeyance on DV can I own a gun?

Go back to the court and pull the court's docket to see if there is a weapon restriction. The other thing you want to consider is whether a restraining order was issued. The mere issuance of a protective order, even a no-violent protective order, will bar you from owning or possessing a gun for 10 years.

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Police want me to come to the station for questioning for missing laptop should i go? can I refuse?

Not only can you refuse, you SHOULD refuse. The fifth amendment to the US constitution gives you the right to remain silent and you should exercise it. In my experience, most people are convicted based on their own words to police officers. If you are confronted by the police, you should say "please don't ask me any questions, I want a lawyer."

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Driver´s license renewal

I defended a case on just these facts a few months ago. The man had been using the SS# for 20 years. He'd just renewed his driver's license and they charged him with a felony for perjury. To avoid liability you absolutely should not renew with the old SS#. I hate to say it, but in California, you'd be a lot better off just NOT renewing the license. Driving without a license is a simple infraction. Using a fake SS# is a felony.

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