Which is worse, 100 misdemeanors or 1 felony?

It depends on the misdemeanors. Some misdemeanors in my state are very serious and have lifelong consequences. In addition with 100 misdemeanors...

Aside from the legal authorities cited by my colleague, kissing is a prelude to sex for a 29 year old. For a 16 year old it may be no more than...

PC 1000 failure

PC 1000 diversion allows for mistakes and relapses up to a certain point. One dirty test is not going to result in a violation of the terms of...

Can a juvenile probation officer mention an expunged expuition in a court document?

Juvenile records are generally available to the prosecution if there are offenses committed after the age of 18. Since the probation officer is an...

Is there any way to prevent a misdemeanor for shoplifting from going on my record?

Because you are a juvenile you could be put on probation or sent to juvenile hall although most likely you will get probation. At 18, you must...

Imposition of sentence suspended

The suspended sentence and probation are not the same although they are related. You are sentenced to imposition of sentence suspended on the...

Suspended sentence or probation

No. Confirm with your local marine corps recruiting office.

Is it a probation violation if a 13 yr old girl (on probation) has sex and/or gets pregnant?

The statutory rape concept in California exists only under the rubric of "unlawful sexual intercourse." See Penal Code 261.5. The 19 year old...

What is the legality of a 13 or 14 yr old girl in California having sex? Legal or not?

The Court will look on her as a victim and not impose additional punishments because she's pregnant or has an STD. Depending on the age of the boy...

First of all a violation of PC 417(a)(1) is a pure misdemeanor. If your conviction had been a felony it would have been charged under PC 417(b). ...