Reducing a Felony to a Misdemeanor
Jan 01, 2011
Is my Felony Reducible to a Misdemeanor? This is not a difficult to determine, but it is also not a simple answer. First, only felonies which are called "wobblers" can be reduced from a felony to a m...
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EXPUNGEMENT - What is it? When can I do it? How do I do it? Does it really matter?
Jan 01, 2011
What is it? Expungement is Penal Code section 1203.4, and as mentioned above, if granted, allows your plea of guilty or conviction after trial to be vacated or set aside, and the charge to be dismiss...
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I'm Charged With a Misdemeaor. What Happens Next?
Jan 01, 2011
First Court Appearance - Arraignment The arraignment is your very first appearance in court. This is where you will be notified of the charges filed against you, and finally obtain a copy of that cov...
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1st Time DUI
Dec 30, 2010
Contact the DMV Within the 1st 10 Days! Unless you are in custody, which is rare on a 1st time DUI, unless there was an accident with injuries or death, the first thing you should do is contact the D...
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I'm Innocent! I Don't Need No Stinkin' Lawyer!
Dec 30, 2010
Innocence is a Strong Word Innocent? Such a strong word. I prefer "Not Guilty." One can be entirely not guilty, or may be guilty of a less serious charge, or one may be guilty, but the government is ...
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