Recently went to court for DUI, accepted the plea bargain.Upon registering for a work program, my time doubled. Can I appeal?

You should consider a plea withdrawal. A landmark US Supreme Court decision, decided on April 17, is breathing new life into DUI defenses. ...

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Meaning of "Non-Traffic" Minor In Possession in California [25662 (a)]. vs. misdemeanor

Customarily these are charged as infractions in Santa Barbara. Depending on your past (not necessarily traffic past), you may be able to keep your...

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What if I was not read my miranda rights when they questioned me? Does anything like questioning me before arrest matter?

I agree with all of the above. The entertainment media has mostly misled the public regarding the Miranda Rule. While everyone can recite the...

Discovery obligation to disclose the prior statement of a witness from an administrative DMV hearing?

I agree with Mr. Bouvier-Brown. How is it that the "defense" was not present at the DMV hearing? Do you mean "defense attorney"? Assuming that...

Can you be rearrested later for the same crime if the arrest was deemed a detention only and a certificate was given?

I agree with my colleagues. A one year statute of limitations would apply to misdemeanors. Felony statutes are three or more years. What...

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What do you have to be convicted of to be required to register as a drug offender ?

11590. (a) Except as provided in subdivisions (c) and (d), any person who is convicted in the State of California of any offense defined in...

If I'm in a cosideration hearing for drug court, can I still ask for a three or four week continuance to retain private attrny?

Of course you can ask for that. Be ready, however, to explain why it will take four weeks and not, let's say, two weeks (which is a more typical...

Expungement and probation

It seems like you have a shot. Take advantage of a free consultation of two.

Expungement and probation early

I agree with my colleagues. As I said to your other post, it's worth looking into at this point. In other words, it's not too early to meet with...

Expungement and end probation early

It is worth looking into. You should consult with a lawyer about it.