Now I have noticed on my record it states that I have a court date for AVOP-FAILURE TO REPORT FOR COMMITMENT what does this mean
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Answered on January 29, 2013
A VOP is the court acronym for a "violation of probation." In your case it appears to be a violation for failure to serve jail time owed. Custody...
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Culver City Slauson & Buckinghame Red Light Violation
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Answered on January 28, 2013
This is definitely a ticket worth fighting. You have a strong argument, and with photo tickets there are no witnesses at the trial so you can...
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Probation ends soon. I have restitution that I will not be able to pay off anytime soon. what do i do? first offense and arrest
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Answered on January 28, 2013
The issue of fines and fees can be tricky. Some prosecutors and judges argue that you have not completed the terms of your probation if you have...
Work camp vs prison
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Answered on January 28, 2013
The likelihood of work camp being offered to anyone convicted of an offense involving a hand gun is very slim. Work camp is generally reserved...
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I was pulled over and recieved a dui but i feel there was no probably cause for pulling me over i had a crack in my windshield i
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Answered on January 28, 2013
Unfortunately this is a very common situation for many DUI clients. Police will find anything they consider "unlawful" as a reason to pull someone...
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Can i file battery charges on her?
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Answered on January 28, 2013
Anytime someone touches you in a harmful or offensive manner without your permission, you become a victim of battery as defined by law. If you...
I am currently on informal probation for a DUI charge from about a year ago. Last week i got taken in for a drunk in public.
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Answered on January 28, 2013
It's unclear what you will be charged with. Although the police may tell you that you will be charged with being drunk in public, or trespassing,...
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Can I submit a trial by declaration in traffic court when I already have a hearing date calendared?
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Answered on January 28, 2013
If you have a court date, even if you've submitted a motion/trial by declaration, it is advisable to appear on that court date and advise the judge...
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I'm on prop 36 and tested positive would I be send to jail if I go to see the judge
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Answered on January 25, 2013
You were granted probation when you pled guilty and agreed to complete Prop 36. A dirty test usually results in a probation violation. Each...
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In California, can I get a Minor In Possession charge that I pleaded guilty to expunged?
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Answered on January 15, 2013
I agree with the advice already given, you can not set up an "automatic expungement," you have to return to court for the expungement after...
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