Traffic School Eligibility
Feb 20, 2011
Generally, a defendant who possesses a valid driver's license is eligible to attend traffic violator school for most traffic infractions. However, if the violator has attended traffic school within 18 ...
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You've Been Cited for Contempt of Court for Violating a Court Order - Now What?
Feb 20, 2011
If you're a party to an action, either criminal or civil, and are cited by a judge for contempt of court, the following is important to know:
1.) Is the contempt direct or indirect? Examples of direct ...
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You've Been Cited for Speeding - How Must it Be Proved in Court?
Feb 20, 2011
The vast majority of traffic infractions are for speeding. If you've been cited for speeding where the arresting officer used a radar gun or LIDAR devise to determine your speed, the officer must estab...
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What Happens When You Fail to Appear for a Traffic Ticket?
Feb 20, 2011
Any willful violation of a written promise to appear in court (or of a lawfully granted continuance by a judicial officer), is a misdemeanor, even if the original charge was an infraction (which is pun...
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Vehicle Code Violations As Misdemeanor Offenses in California
Feb 20, 2011
Fleeing from a police officer. Cal. Vehicle Code sections 2800.1 and 40000.7 (a)(3) allow for a fine of up to $1.000 and up to 1 year in county jail. The Court may also suspend the defendant's drive...
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Just Whose Stuff Is It, Anyway?
Feb 19, 2011
Police Officer stops a vehicle with three occupants inside and finds cocaine. Who gets charged? Answer: It depends. "Possession", as defined in California, may be actual or constructive. Actual possess...
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The 'Expungement' Fallacy
Jul 18, 2010
Keep A Record of Your Conviction After pleading guilty to an offense (or having been convicted following trial), keep a record of the case number and charges, as well as the location of the courthous...
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Simple Asset Protection Planning for the Small Business Owner
Aug 11, 2009
Incorporate Determine what type of business entity is appropriate for your business. Whether an LLC, a limited partnership or simple incorporation, by setting up a business entity separate from your...
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