Whats the worst that can happe ? i live in california were its now a misdemeanor also 7 years ago i got expunge and dismisal

I guess the worst thing is a misdemeanor conviction for possession of drugs and trespassing with jail time of some amount. Probably 1.5 years is...

My questions is based on the above, can I "purchase" or "own" a firearm in California after 5 years?

If the 5150 hold was on danger to others ground then a firearm restriction will apply.

It may already be part of the record on appeal.

What happens in West Covina on a 2nd DUI?

Lawyer should be able to appear for your friend. He should hire a DUI trial lawyer right away.

How do we even begin to take care of this?

You should find a lawyer who is experienced with handling traffic cases to help get out of this thorny mess.

You paid the fine. That's what the court wants. No appearance necessary.

If I go to the courthouse for an arraignment is there a chance they will let me plead not guilty without paying bail first?

Yes you are presumed innocent. Demand a trial and OR/no bail. It is presumed in misdemeanor cases. So much more so in infraction cases. But...

Do anyone has an idea of how long an expungement process through Public Defender does normally takes?

It depends how busy they are at the particular time and how fully staffed they are. I believe law student interns help with the process. If you...

Is there a way that Strikes can be taken off my son's criminal record, if there is, what does he need to do to remove them?

There is a way. You "strike the strike." A criminal law specialist can help. Or you can hire a former, disgruntled DA or cop. Your choice.

How can I prove a sheriff illegally accessed my mental health and police phone call records? And

Perhaps you can can raise the question with the judge about how it was obtained and object to its admission based a violation of your right to...