It's a straight felony that carries up to 4 years in state prison. It cannot be reduced to a misdemeanor.

Arerested for first dui but has 4 oustanding warrants

For the first time DUI, he's looking at a maximum of 6 months in jail, but most first offenders don't do jail time. The problem is that he has...

Caught on camera

The bottom line in "Harry's" (or any criminal case) is that the prosecution has to prove beyond a reasonable doubt that Harry was the one that...

How do i get a felony removed

When you say "removed," you cannot completely erase a conviction. The best you can hope for is an expungement (actually a dismissal under Penal...

Petition for Expungement/Seal record 4 years later when charges were dropped/dismissed? Is it possible

You've asked this question in various forms four different ways. You need to schedule an in person consultation with a local criminal defense...

Employment background check

Answer 1) Employers technically cannot ask about arrests that did not lead to conviction. You're right though . . . they do show up on a thorough...

4 Years later after arrest- will DA listen to a petition to expunge record if I can prove innocence?

You're mixing terms, so I'm unclear what you're seeking. If you were convicted, you can seek an expungement (dismissal pursuant to Penal Code...

I believe this is a duplicate question to one you posted. Unfortunately, the warrant will still exist. Because it happened when you were a...

Losing my green card for a Marijuana misdemeanor?

Any drug offense, even a low level marijuana one has potential immigration consequences. Because of your situation, it's worth it to consult a...

Can a warrant from when you missed court as a minor be cleared automatically when you turn 18

Unfortunately, the warrant will still exist. Because it happened when you were a minor, you'll have to deal with it through the juvenile court....