Putting my DUI conviction in my law school personal statement.

You will have to report it on your moral character application to the California State Bar. They may require that you get a copy of the police...

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

If your mother was not cited or arrested and there is no evidence that she helped in the theft, she will most likely not be charged. If a minor...

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

Not sure when this happened or if you have a court date. However, if this is your first time having trouble with the criminal court system and it...

First time DUI in California with non-us license

Due to various issues relating to the inconsistent readings, medical issues, ability to keep your ability to drive until the DMV makes a finding on...

Job application asks. Have you ever been convicted of a misdemeanor?

If the question is whether you have a conviction, the you will have to answer yes because if the employer finds out that you do, then they will...

Once someone accepts a plea deal, it usually ends up being that deal. However, it is not set in stone unless at the time of the plea, there was...

I agree with my collegue on this one. You need to talk to your attorney about this since there may be issues that may be favorable to you for lack...

Different county

There is a difference between diversion pursuant to PC 1001 et seq. and DEJ (deferred entry of judgement). Diversion is a way to get a case...

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Can you please explain to me why juveniles do not have a right to a public trial?

I agree with my collegues. Public policy regarding the protection of both the public and minors are codified in the Welfare ane Instutions code. ...

California PC 1000, pleading guilty at arraignment? Or later?

Assuming that you are going to go to court in Woodland (Yolo County), you do not have to plead guilty at the arraignment. If you are able to...