In a case of misdemeanor or petty theft , what is the difference between diversion and infraction and expunger ?

Diversion is when you complete a sentence in exchange for the conviction never being entered into the record. In Los Angeles County at least, Petty...

Can a parolee in ca talk to a parolee in Nevada or another parolee in ca. nowhere in any handbooks or conditions does it forbid

Sometimes parolees are barred from speaking with other known felons or known gang members, but usually it is listed as a condition of...

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If the court reduce my charge from Misdemeanor to infraction .

Law enforcement and public agencies will still be able to view the reduction, however employers will never know it existed. Seth Weinstein, Esq....

I have a warrant for probation violation misdemeanor in Colorado but live in ca . Will cool extradite me ?

Colorado criminal defense attorneys will have a much better idea because it is up to Colorado. California normally does not seek extradition from...

Is 484(A) of the penal code a charge for, not returning a leased car after the lease has expired?

It can be. You can also be charged with Possession of a Stolen Vehicle. Most of the time they are dropped to misdemeanors or infractions if you pay...

I was charged with 484(A) for having railroad rail in the back of my truck, I know it is petty theft, but the steel was mine!

If you were cited in Orange County, you need to get a lawyer ASAP. Orange County fully prosecutes these violations. You have a very good defense to...

Any civil redress against attorney losing client file in former criminal case?

You should probably move this to the civil message board. Seth Weinstein, Esq. Practicing throughout Southern California (310) 707-7131...

I am charged with possession of amphetamine in my car . I have clean record and how can I win the case without jail time ?

You can qualify for Deferred Entry of Judgment. Ventura County is a tough jurisdiction, but if you hire an attorney, you should be fine. It is not...

I am a minor, i have got a misdemeanor in school (11357 (b) h&s) for minor in possession?

The evidence is circumstantial. They could summons you to juvenile court. You should get an attorney. You may also be expelled. The burden of proof...

Immigration/criminal attorney needed?

Always receive a referral from a friend or another attorney. There are plenty of qualified immigration attorneys in Southern California. Seth...