You will need to file a motion for dismissal under Penal Code section 1203.4. Keep in mind that California does not have a true "expungement"...

I'm faceing a charge for pc 245 (a) 1 Gbi likle.....I' didn't hit the other car but the other person I guess got hurt

I suggest that you contact some attorneys here on Avvo. Many of us provide a free consultation. This is a very serious charge, and is a potential...

It could certainly happen. DUI convictions can be and have been based on less evidence. If you do not have an attorney, you should get...

What are the guidelines in qualifying for release Re: SB260? My son is on his 27th yr of a 25-Life sentence. Tried as an adult

I suggest that you contact a few of the attorneys here on Avvo. Many of us provide a free consultation and are familiar with this new statute. It...

When it comes to court orders, a literal reading of the order is probably the safest. If there is no specified time limit, you should presume you...

In a way, I was the victim of a crime. The perpetrator is in jail and is charged with several felonies. I wasn't hurt, but

You are only obligated to testify if you are properly served with a subpoena. You are under no obligation to check in with the district attorney's...

Yes, you have a strike now. It took effect when you plead.

If a cop states in police report that there video tape of the location of where crime is said to occurred and doesn't retrieve

The prosecution is obligated to produce all exculpatory evidence it has. The question you raise does not have an easy answer. Contact some...

Got my first DUI and I'm planning to plead not guilty and get a public defender. Is that the right thing to do?

You'll be fine. If you qualify for the public defender, enter a not guilty plea and let the public defender do his or her job. They will tell you...

As of 2014 ,if u are sentenced to 2 years in state prison at 50% how much time will you really do?

After calculating pre-sentence credits, you would serve roughly half of the balance.