Why did the State finally file charges against me after 2 years?

The statute of limitations is how long the prosecutors office has to file charges against you. As long as they file within that statute of...

As indicated, there is mandatory jail time if it is a conviction for 14601.2. If there is ANY way to get your license reinstated before court,...

What is the difference between an expungement and a dismissal?

California does not have a true "expungement" statute. What we do have is a dismissal under Penal Code 1203.4. If granted, it doesn't wipe the case...

I have two misdemeanor 484 PC convictions that have been expunged. What do you put on a job application?

You do not have to disclose convictions that have been dismissed under Penal Code 1203.4 (commonly called an expungement). California does not...

If documents are not produced during Discovery, can they be produced at a later date?

Discovery is an ongoing obligation and process. The Penal Code requires that all evidence be disclosed 30 days before trial (and case law suggests...

How can I get a private cell if I got to jail?

Every inmate goes through an intake assessment when booked. The sheriffs department will assess where they believe you should be housed. Protective...

My finance is being charged with his first dui with great bodily injury they are considering it a felony know one was hurt how

They have to believe somebody was injured for them to change the 23153 - DUI with injuries. If it turns out the injuries are not as severe as they...

Winning a id theft case?

You're throwing out a bunch of facts and questions, but there is no way for anyone to answer without access to the entire case file. Statute of...

Possession for sales of a controlled substance; possession of a controlled unatance, an allegation regarding bail (possibly an out on bail...

Was arrested last march for d.u.i but when i went for my appearance a couple weeks later I wasn't on the schedule. Now I am

A couple of issues - but I'm as confused as you are. First - statute of limitations. They can file any time within a year from the incident....