PC 290 modification of residency restrictions

The 2000 feet requirement is imposed by the statute; the judge does not have the power to shorten it. 99% of public defenders are excellent...

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When should I get a lawyer, I got caught shoplifting yesterday?

You should quit admitting guilt and volunteering information. It's probably too late now but running your mouth off after getting busted never...

Please excuse the typo in my answer. It should read "a store can NOT fine you..."

I need some help with a 3rd time DUI

The time period that counts in CA is 10 years, not 7, as many people mistakenly think. It runs from arrest to arrest. It sounds like you are...

It is courtroom deputy speak for being brought to Court needlessly. You will be returned on the correct date.

Is there any defense to a traffic civil assessment, that I was unaware I owed, because I I paid the fine?

You're going to need an attorney to help you sort this one out, preferably someone experienced with collections. Being sure you paid but...

The store can levy fines against you although they can ask for civil damages. This has nothing to do with your criminal case and should not be...

Is a 288(A) that has been granted 1203.4 and Dismissed still eligible for a Certificate of Rehab.

I don't know what the law was in 1992 but today a 288A is not eligible for 1203.4 relief. The only way to get off registration is to get a...

Can I be eligible for traffic school in CA 14 months instead of the 18 month limit?

A traffic judge can always send you to traffic school more often than every 18 months. The 18 month limit applies only to an automatic right to go...

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How much jail time will somebody get for a HS 11360A if they are already on probation?

The sentencing triad for the 11360a is 2, 3 or 4 years in state prison. He might avoid this by another grant of probation. But since he has...