My first DUI in California. Very clean record. Blew 0.88/0/86. What are the consequences of DUI? Do I need an attorney?
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Answered on October 06, 2013
You're facing two problems - a criminal prosecution for DUI and a DMV action against your license. If you're convicted, it will be a public record....
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Are they testing just for alcohol or drug too in the blood test
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Answered on October 04, 2013
Depends on the agency and sometimes the stage whether they test for drugs. Try to get treatment if you think have a serious problem. There are many...
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Did not want Domestic Violence charge against girlfriend, what can I do?
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Answered on October 04, 2013
Careful. Sometimes the police see things differently then others might. For example, you held her down. If the police find a bruise or scratch on...
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I was recently released from prison. I spent an extra 7 months in prison until they realized they made a mistake. I have all
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Answered on October 03, 2013
Overdetention is a civil rights violation. Talk to a lawyer who handles civil rights cases as soon as possible; there are claims deadlines (as...
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Post conviction... How can I get the full police reports??
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Answered on October 03, 2013
Assuming you had a lawyer, ask the lawyer and s/he is obligated to give it to you (such reports are usually handed to the lawyer at the first court...
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Needs Advise
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Answered on October 02, 2013
Consult at length with a lawyer for a more definitive answer, but you may have to disclose to your employer If your employment agreement calls for...
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Should I seek an attorney?
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Answered on October 02, 2013
An attorney can help determine if a charge was filed in the first case. If it was, your attorney can see about getting your warrant recalled and...
I just got my 2nd DUI offense. Illegal and out on immigration bail.
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Answered on October 02, 2013
In California, convictions for a 2d DUI carry a minimum jail penalty of 96 hours. That's where your risk of being picked up by ICE is greatest....
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My friend is represented for discounting/not charging for retail items. the police contacted me 4 ?'s am I obligated to go?
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Answered on October 02, 2013
The facts suggest you may have committed a burglary, theft, receiving stolen property and participated in an embezzlement conspiracy. (That's what...
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Why do prosecutors sometimes call people and tell them to get an attorney pre-indictment and pre-arrest?
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Answered on September 27, 2013
I've seen letters from prosecution agencies addressed to defendants saying come to court on such and such date because a complaint has been filed...
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