William R. O'Connell

William R. O'Connell's Answers (43)

San Diego, CA

Criminal defense Lawyer at San Diego, CA

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Personal Injury

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DUI Conviction

William's answer | Answered on January 13, 2015

The prosecution can charge priors going back only 10 years. However, the court can consider your past DUIs even if they are not charged in the...

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Rejected Case reopened while I was travelling. How do I deal with did-not-appear warrant?

William's answer | Answered on January 05, 2015

You should contact an experienced attorney right away. If this is a misdemeanor case, the attorney can handle without your going to court. If a...

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Dui help

William's answer | Answered on January 04, 2015

You should retain an experienced attorney right away.

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2nd DUI (1st one 8 years ago) + felony priors

William's answer | Answered on December 12, 2014

I would suggest that you retain an experienced attorney who handles DUI cases

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Can I reduce my felony to a misdemeanor? I was convicted in 2008 and not on probation.

William's answer | Answered on December 06, 2014

Since your offense is a "wobbler", it can be reduced to a misdemeanor. You, or your attorney, would have to file a motion in the court where the...

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I have a bench warrant in San Diego for not submitting proof of completing meetings, how can I clear it up w/out being arrested?

William's answer | Answered on July 20, 2013

Presuming that the bench warrant was issued in a misdemeanor case, you can avoid going to court in person. Simply retain a San Diego criminal...

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I have court Thur. at 130, (arraignment) and don't have an attorney. I need to hire representation but don't know where to start

William's answer | Answered on June 18, 2013

I believe we spoke this morning and I am awaiting a return call from you. I have 37 years experience, so I know that I can help you. Call me at...

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Can i be arrested when i go to court while out on bond if they change my charges

William's answer | Answered on January 28, 2013

The District Attorney can request that the court increase the amount of your bail. If the judge does so, you could be taken into custody. I have...

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I WAS ON SUMMARY PROBATION FOR THREE YRS FOR RESTING ARREST BATTERY AND DRUNK IN PUBLIC A YR AND HALF DOWN THE ROAD IVE DONE ALL

William's answer | Answered on September 29, 2012

The new offenses would also be cause for violating your probation. I have handled a number of such cases during my 36 years of practice. My...

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How do I obtain early termination of probation?

William's answer | Answered on January 17, 2012

You are eligible to bring a Motion to Terminate Probation Early and, if granted, you can then file a Motion to Expunge the conviction. An...

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