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I got a ticket for 23222(a) and 16028(a) and the total fine is $1289. Should I just pay or go to court to request reduction?

Paul's answer | Answered on March 28, 2011

The insurance charge is what makes the fine so high. If you now have after-acquired insurance the court will reduce your fine so definitely go to...

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I asked earlier about a warrabt from 1988 and got some terrific replies-- they talk about a Serna Motion however

Paul's answer | Answered on March 28, 2011

Here is the bottom line: (1) As I stated in response to your original question, Serna is the obvious first step. (2) If you don't go to court or...

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I got a speeding ticket while at School in Georgia. I live in California and did not pay-- is it worth paying?

Paul's answer | Answered on March 28, 2011

Assuming there is a warrant then yes it will show up. But there may not be a warrant. You may have been convicted in abstentia which would not...

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Thru Civil Compromise, will I get Conviction dismissed or No conviction on my record?

Paul's answer | Answered on March 28, 2011

A civil compromise will be a dismissal. This means there will be no conviction on your record. A conviction dismissed is basically an...

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Arrested for 11550 and poss of paraph.

Paul's answer | Answered on March 28, 2011

I'm not sure what your question is. The judge found that the search was legal. So unless you want to appeal that finding you need to move on. ...

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Legal Advice on I was charged with theft of a huge king size comforter when I was at a store I was on the phone and hung up very

Paul's answer | Answered on March 28, 2011

Obviously the issue in your case is whether or not you had the intent to steal. Based on what you have said you did not have it. If that is true...

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Minor in Possession 25662(a). Is there anything that I can do to not get my drivers license suspended for 1 year?

Paul's answer | Answered on March 28, 2011

Yes some counties, such as Santa Barbara, have a court "diversion" program for cases like yours. Most counties do not. If your case is in Van...

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This person has a 11378 F H&S POSS NARC/NOT CONTR SUB along with 667.5(B) X3 F PC PRISON PRIOR WITHIN 5 YR

Paul's answer | Answered on March 28, 2011

It depends on their record. Little or no record can result is a probation grant with only local time. Probation can include county jail of up to...

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Can I get a misdemeanor record sealed?

Paul's answer | Answered on March 28, 2011

Only a juvenile record can be sealed. I assume you are an adult. Therefore your only option is to seek an expungement. You can read Penal...

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Is a search warrant public record in California? Can you conceal it if the charges is unfounded?

Paul's answer | Answered on March 28, 2011

The only records that should show up in any criminal case are (1) arrest and (2) conviction. Here you have neither. Therefore I can see no way...

Paul B. Tyler's Answers (108)

I got a ticket for 23222(a) and 16028(a) and the total fine is $1289. Should I just pay or go to court to request reduction?

I asked earlier about a warrabt from 1988 and got some terrific replies-- they talk about a Serna Motion however

I got a speeding ticket while at School in Georgia. I live in California and did not pay-- is it worth paying?

Thru Civil Compromise, will I get Conviction dismissed or No conviction on my record?

Arrested for 11550 and poss of paraph.

Legal Advice on I was charged with theft of a huge king size comforter when I was at a store I was on the phone and hung up very

Minor in Possession 25662(a). Is there anything that I can do to not get my drivers license suspended for 1 year?

This person has a 11378 F H&S POSS NARC/NOT CONTR SUB along with 667.5(B) X3 F PC PRISON PRIOR WITHIN 5 YR

Can I get a misdemeanor record sealed?

Is a search warrant public record in California? Can you conceal it if the charges is unfounded?