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I was charged with transportation to a non continus county. I was wondering if it was considered a wobbler?
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Answered on December 19, 2013
Most transportation of drug charges are felonies and can not be reduced to a misdemeanor. However, we need to know the exact charge you plead...
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In shoplifting case, what happens if store intentionally misrepresents value of merchandise leading to arrest?
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Answered on December 18, 2013
It's not a legal defense for the elements but can be very useful for your attorney to negotiate. Also, under the Penal Code if the value of...
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What would be the the jail time for a first time offense charge for grand theft and possession of stolen property .
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Answered on December 14, 2013
If you have no prior criminal record then no jail time. If the case is filed as a misdemeanor the max is one year in jail but that will never...
Should I prepare to go to jail at my first court date (arraignment) for misdemeanors?
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Answered on December 12, 2013
You have asked quite a few questions on this forum concerning your misdemeanor case all of which could have been easily answered by speaking with...
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Has there been any change/ or active cases challenging california's use of pre-1994 felonies to be used as strikes?
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Answered on December 12, 2013
I believe that pre-1994 prior battle was fought and lost long ago. There have been a few major changes recently in the 3-strikes law. Please...
If I live on campus at a private school and get drunk in my dorm room can I be arrested for public intoxication?
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Answered on December 11, 2013
Absolutely not! Public intoxication (Penal Code section 647(f)) requires you to be in a public place. However, you may be violating school...
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Can I get a lawyer
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Answered on December 10, 2013
Your Civil Rights case will depend on various issues. I do handle these type of cases. One issue will be whether you or your brother had...
Plead guilty to a HS11359, given probation to the court and 5 days of PWS. Can i get this reduced to a misd and then later
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Answered on December 10, 2013
The HS 11359 charge is a straight felony (not a wobbler) and as such can not be reduced to a misdemeanor. It can be dismissed per PC 1203.4.
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I was a person of interest in a criminal matter and haven't been charged or contacted in a few months, should I check up on it?
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Answered on December 09, 2013
You did the right thing. If I were you I would retain an attorney to guide you through the investigation process. The attorney can be your shield...
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Trying to get my drivers license back
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Answered on December 08, 2013
Call the Mandatory Actions Unit in Sacramento to confirm that CDL is still suspended. If so then request a 1650 waiver form/packet. You will most...
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