Your convictions will show up on your LiveScan. However, after the conviction is noted, it will note that it was subsequently dismissed. (since you...

I agree with Mr. Rinaldi's thorough answer. I would only add that if you do have a "strike" offense, it will still be considered a strike for...

The legal limit to drive in California is .08%. However, a person can also be charged with a DUI for being impaired by alcohol or drugs even if...

There are a couple of possible routes: 1) A finding of factual innocence pursuant to PC 851.8 which would required the record of the arrest to...

How can I get a DUI expunged in California?

You or your lawyer can file petitions pursuant to Penal Code 1203.4, sometimes known as expungement. For DUIs, these petitions are not mandatory,...

Can I get a DUI expunged in California?

After you finish your probationary period, you can speak with a lawyer about filing a Penal Code section 1203.4 motion, sometimes called an...

There is process to seal your record, which is better than expungement (post conviction dismissal). There has been a change of law starting this...

Is a DUI and completion of the probation automatically qualify for 1203.4 dismissal relief?

A Penal Code 1203.4 petition is discretionary, not mandatory, for a DUI. See Penal Code section 1203.4(c)(1) and (c)(2), which also refers you to...

Does it carry the same charges? Will he get less or more time?

Health and Safety Code 11378 is possession for sale of drugs. It is a felony charge and, if convicted as charged, his maximum exposure would be...

Can lawyers speed up to expunged/sealed arrest record after dwi probation?

You are eligible to file a Penal Code section 1203.4 motion (sometimes referred to as "expungement") as soon as you complete probation and assuming...