I have two Penal Code 17 B Motioned Misdemeanors. If I go to another state will they consider my record as Misdemeanors?

If the potential employer has access to the DOJ they will see everything that occurred in California...DOJ records are nationwide.

What shows up on my background report

Just because a case is expunged, the arrest and case will still come up on a background check. It will show as a case that you were arrest for...

Further proceedings

It is an absolute "no, no" for a judge to have an exparte conversation with a prosecutor. If this happened, it would certainly be relevant in...

Can my husband who has an aggravated felony charge become a legal resident?

This question should not be posted in the criminal defense section...as it is an immigration question. I would suggest that you get a free...

Search warrants

Many times the police do not give the search warrants to the prosecutors or courts. The time to get them is before the case is closed, with a...

Any possible explanations

I am not 100% on where you stand now. Where you found guilty on some of the charges? Sounds like you may need an appellate attorney if that is...

Cops taped me and family without our knowledge

Unfortunately the police are allowed great latitude in investigating a criminal case...they can record conversations.

Penal Code Section 1385 is a motion that is typically made when the prosecutors are not able to prove there case against a person charged with a...

What will my fine/sentence be for shoplifting?

The maximum fine for a first time petty theft is $1000 + penalty assessment (over $3000). However, a first offense would carry a much less penalty...

Can a prior strike from 1987 be used agianst a new case of small amount of possesion of crack cocaine?

Yes, a legitimate strike can be used from 1987. However, there is a good chance that an experienced attorney could convince the judge or the...