They are treated the same for all intents and purposes. As Mr. Hill points out, it might matter if you injured someone or there is a possibility...

"Tall Order" I was assaulted twice by the same man, their are some issues about the Videotape, What is a Tall Order?

You might be referring to a "Tahl waiver" which is a written document that a defendant signs when entering a guilty or no contest plea to criminal...

Second DUI in Los Angeles, first was 6 years ago. Can an attorney help?

You definitely need the help of an attorney, particularly since it is a second-time DUI. If it is charged as a misdemeanor (e.g., no injury to a...

Was I arrested? Since this is my first offense can I get the charges dropped? Will I go to juvenile hall?

You should be fine. Assuming a petition is filed against you, Welfare and Institutions Code section 654 provides a diversion-type program that...

Can a police legally search a person if their id is not present

Search and seizure issues are fact-specific. Contact an attorney and provide full details.

I was arrested for DUI but the officer never performed Field sobriety test's only a breathalyzer. Can I fight this case?

Of course you can fight it, and you should. Consult an attorney in your area who regularly handles DUI cases. Many of us on Avvo also provide a...

What does this mean and am i looking at him being gone for a while?

Your best bet is to use the Find a Lawyer function to locate an attorney who can help you. These are serious charges, so he definitely needs good...

Can a criminal felony charge be lowered to a misdemeanor?

HS 11359 cannot be reduced to a misdemeanor.

My brother is in riverside county jail on 23153(a) and 23153 (b) and 667.7 x 3

I'm not sure what your specific question is, but he is looking at significant custody time, and needs a good attorney.

After a warrant for arrest has been issued, is it possible to still make payments to the alleged victim

It might be possible, but the warrant complicates matters. You should also be careful with contacting the victim directly, as Penal Code section...