No. Unless a probationer consents to releasing their information in a credit report, the probation officer does not have authorization to obtain...

Probation Dept mailed notice of hearing on the 30th Oct, for me to appear on the 31st, it arrived the 1st of Nov, what do I do?!

When the probation department mails out a letter notifying a probationer about a court date, it is important to appear in court (unless the...

I'm planning to file to seal my misdemeanor arrest record in CA

PC 243(e) is a straight misdemeanor and cannot be elevated to a felony. However, there may be other facts in your case that can be the basis for a...

Can i take the first time offender dui classes for free?

Under 9 CCR section 9879, an individual who cannot afford the DUI school can request a financial assessment. You can still be enrolled even without...

Do "dismissal/drop charges bargains" with pleading not guilty exist?

I agree with Mr. Marshall. There are many ways to resolve a criminal case including what we call "diversion." Diversion occurs when a person agrees...

How long does a terriorist threat charge stay on your record in CA??

If convicted of a criminal offense in California (misdemeanor or felony), you should expect that the conviction will remain on your record for...

How do the courts know if a defendant has successfully completed the DEJ/PC 1000 program? (Located in San Jose,CA)

Each county has its own policy and procedure as to how to operate PC 1000 drug diversion. (It is no longer called DEJ since a plea is no longer...

Why is dmv making me take dui classes after the judge dropped them

If convicted of a DUI, the DMV will require the completion of an in person DUI school in order to reinstate your driver's license. This requirement...

Under California law, an individual convicted of a misdemeanor DUI and placed on probation must be on probation for a minimum period of three years...

What are the possibilities now?

When under investigation, never assume you are cleared until you actually receive a formal letter clearing you of the allegations. Therefore, I...