Mr. Kaman is correct- if your sample comes back clean you will not be charged with being under the influence of a controlled substance. Charges...

Is it possible to shortened your 3 years probation period for first time DUI offender?

You can always try to modify the terms of your probation period. Typically courts will not shorten it unless there is good cause; ie; going into...

If I plead Not Guilty at my arraignment, and get a public defender, and am not satisfied, could I retain my own personal lawyer?

Yes you can do this- but like everything, you are taking a chance. If you can afford a private attorney you should do so ASAP. Andrew Roberts

What are the laws surrounding the Sheriff's Work Alternative Programs in California, specifically regarding hours, etc.

This is a question that does not have a precise answer. There are no set rules. Mr. Kaman answered it as best as possible. The SWAP program does...

I got a dui ticket..can i still pay the fine or will i still go o jail even if i pay it..

Your failure to complete DUI school may be a violation of the terms of your probation . You need an attorney to deal with this and get you...

Should I cooperate with d.a and police?

You and your attorney have to evaluate the facts and utimately you have to make the decision. No attorney on this board knows the facts of your...

So i dont have a lawyer yet but i have to go to court and i have no clue what to do??

Ask for a public defender when you go to your arraigment . Do not enter a plea to anything .

Is it possible to drop charges even after cops have began to investigate or work the case?

It is the DA that decides whether to proceed forward with charges in a case. The victim reported the criminal activity to police ; the police...

Yes- it sounds like a Notice of Correction and must be related to initial stop.

What happens at a violation of summary probation hearing

You need an attorney to deal with this. This matter has to be put back on calendar and you have to appear in court. Hopefully all you will have to...