3rd DUI with child endangerment in CA. I was off probation with nothing else on my record

There is an available option that only requires 30 days mandatory minimum with a 30 month program. Many District Attorneys, Judges and private...

If a juvenile had a 211 then they made it to a 245 and then he got another 211all when he was 17 and under

All violations of Penal Code Section 211 are strikes and can be asserted as such for violations committed after the age of 16. Wether a violation...

I'm off probation now and paying balance of restitution through a court order. What happens if that person passes away?

Under California Law, restitution that remains unpaid at the expiration of probation becomes a civil judgment. In some instances, the restitution...

What can I do to stop paying restitution? It was almost paid off & then they ask for more.When do the future payments stop?

Your probation probably prohibits you from contacting the victims. You might consider hiring an attorney now to review the matter and contact the...

Should my husband ask for a plea bargain or go to trial? (Real Estate Fraud) 6 ppl on case, 1 out with plea bargain.

No responsible attorney can answer this question regarding a potentially complex case without a throrough review of all the facts and...

What happens when you cause an accident resulting in injuries due to a DUI. First offense, no priors, no probation?

As indicated, this offense can be charged either as a felony or a misdemeanor. The District Attorney often considers factors including the...

Someone used my ID and got me an "Open Container" citation!

You should make a police report to the agency that issued the citation for the missuse of your identification. The person who used your...

What to do after fraud

Make a police report to your local law enforcement agency and the U.S. Attorney for the area where you reside. It would appear that you have been...

Unfortunately, while this offense may be treated as an infraction with no jail time or probation, under the Penal Code Section 19.8, it is not an...

How important for a lawyer to have experience or "know" people at a certain court to negotiate with DA or win the trial?

Defendants who have the resources often employ an immigration and criminal defense attorney. In the case you describe, this may be in your best...