A friend of mine was pulled over at a DUI Check Point, was not drimking but driving on a suspended license for a DUI

There are several issues you need to confirm about the defendant's case. First, you mentioned that the DUi was over 14 years ago. If that is the...

I received a letter in the mail , that my alameda county was not going to prosecute my DUI, then received a letter that DMV was.

I agree with my colleague except for whether a win on the criminal side will make the DMV hearing "go away". You are dealing with two...

Do I need an attorney

In addition to expungment, PC 1204.3 allows for some felonies to be reduced under PC 17 to misdemeanors even if the court does not grant expungment...

I am enrolled in DEJ on a misdemeanor possession charge. Am I supposed to be subject to automatic search?

If you were convicted of misdemeanor possession and were sentenced to a DEJ program than it is very, very likely that a condition of your probation...

How can I prove the cop violated my rights

From a practical stand point, my colleague is correct. Realistically, making a complaint to the department for the officer's actions are really...

Do not ignore the red light ticket. The law does not require the court to send the notification certified. You will receive the photos the DA will...

I was assaulted by a man I live with and consequently placed him under a 'citizen's arrest'. .

I agree with both attorneys and only add that the facts has a court date means that the DA did in fact file charges in this matter. You are always...

Can I have a drunk in public (647f) sealed?

"Sealed" is the wrong word to use. In California the term is "expunged". This is a relatively easy process which can be filed with the court about...

Will my mother go in jail for my misdemeanor, & is there a chance for just getting probation ?

Since you are underage, you will fall under the jurisdiction of the county's juvenile court. Your mother should not be implicated for any offense...

First time DUI in California with non-us license

The short answer is always speak to an attorney prior to giving up any of your constitutional rights. If you just plea and take whatever the DA...