Jay is probably right that the attorney stating that is basing it on that case in that court with that DA. Typically plea bargaining is always...

Hi?

Talk to your lawyer first, but frequently putting a matter on calendar and requesting a re-referral does it.

Yes, it seems like a reasonable deal.

Whats the average jail sentence(not max) on a 21810 (m) charge?

So you have a DUI prior, how bad was that DUI? What other priors do you have?

When someone on parole is accused of committing a crime is it investigated by the DA's office or the parole board?

Either can violate. Perhaps a new charge can be avoided.

What happens if someone is on felony probation for assault and get arrested for a new charge of felony bodily assault?

They may also now be ineligible for probation and go to prison, if the charges hold.

What kind of offer should I expect from the prosecution in CA?

Depends on prior record, what was going on at the time, what impact a felony might have on you, etc. Sometimes, if the situation calls for it, you...

Can I withdraw a plea deal once I made it?

California Penal Code 1018 describes the procedure for withdrawal of a plea, which is possible following a grant of probation where good cause is...

My friend with two strikes on parole thinks his vengeful ex filed a false police report. Can an attorney find out?

Jay is right. Sometimes a attorney with a good relationship with the DAs office can find out if a case is under review.

What if your court minutes do not say you agreed to the terms and conditions of probation?

Did you say “guilty” or “no contest?” Fill out a plea form? That’s how the agreement is reached. If you don’t like it, you can always seek to...