Arrested in the City of Los Angeles for petty theft. Completed a pre-trial diversion program. Do I still have a criminal record?

Even though your case is over, your attorney should be answering your question for you. Unless you were sentenced, you do not have any...

I have a 273.5pc,243(e)(1)pc in 1996 i was denied a purchase on a firearm will expunging it allow me to purchase firearms

Several issues: First, if you were convicted of a felony violation of 273.5, you cannot possess a firearm. Any person convicted of any felony...

What are the consequences of falsification of police reports?

It's a crime - a misdemeanor under Penal Code section 148.5 to knowingly file a false police report. This information should be given to the...

In California can a involuntary manslaughter charge be upgraded to 2nd degree murder during trial?

I can only assume you're talking about the recent preliminary hearing of Dr. Conrad Murray and the Michael Jackson case. The judge's ruling is...

What should a person expect for average fees for defending a PC187a , 664F PC 187AAF.

As with any criminal case, fees will depend on the complexity of the case. If the case involves significant forensic evidence, DNA, ballistics,...

Most courts will require the payment of any and all fines and fees before dismissing the case, but if they didn't, it will convert to a civil...

What kind of punishment will someone get for 496 (a) pc with no priors?

What's really going to matter is the dollar amount of the theft and how they charge this case. Theft from a locked car is second degree burglary -...

How long can they hold in you in jail for a dui warrant?

He can discuss his options with his attorney. He should be in front of the judge within 2 days of his arrest. From there, it depends on how his...

What is a MADD program?

The MADD panel is typically imposed with a DUI conviction. It's a one-day presentation by Mothers Against Drunk Driving where the impact of DUI on...

My friend pled guilty to 11350(a) in 1989 with 1yr jail plus 3 yrs probation. Any chance for expungement?

Even though 11350 (possession of a controlled substance such as cocaine or heroin) is a straight felony, it can still be "expunged" or dismissed...