Clean up a criminal record or DUI Conviction by getting an expungement. Here is an Attorney’s explanation of what can be done to expunge DUIs, misdemeanors and felonies in California and how 17b motions work. Continue reading
Posts Tagged ‘conviction’
Supreme Court Action: Ineffective Assistance, Federal Question Jurisdiction, and the (Shrinking) Public Domain
18
Jan
The Supreme Court issued three opinions this morning. The first is Maples v. Thomas (10-63). Maples was convicted of murder in Alabama and sentenced to death. He sought post-conviction relief in Alabama state courts as represented by two pro bono…
What is An “Expungement” of a Criminal Case? It is a Post Conviction Dismissal.
03
Jan
Expungement is the process of getting a conviction dismissed after probation in court. Continue reading
Get a Felony Reduced to a Misdemeanor? Judge Has Discretion.
17
Oct
Motions to reduce a felony charge to a misdemeanor are common, and can be used before and/or after a conviction to avoid a felony record. Continue reading
How Does California DMV Treat a Failure to Appear? Here is the Law.
21
Sep
How Does DMV Treat a Failure to Appear on a traffic ticket? The law allows an FTA conviction to show on your record and can become the basis of a “Negligent Driver” suspension. Continue reading
DWI Conviction
13
Sep
I have been advised by my lawyer that an SIS was granted on/during my last court appearance for the criminal side of my DWI offense. Should I expect something
What to Worry About for a Pre Employment Background Check. 2011 Update
13
Sep
Trying to get a new job but have an old conviction? Pre employment background checks reveal warrants, failure to appear cases and pending misdemeanor problems. To avoid the loss of a job opportunity, you should take care of these problems prior to losing the job. Continue reading
Why Do We Need Defense Attorneys? Because Mark Ciavarella Proved that Sometimes Judges Are the Real Criminals.
14
Aug
The prison term and conviction for corrupt Judge Ciavarella shows that Defense Attorneys serve a vital role in protecting the public from corruption and unfairness. Continue reading
Dealing With “Resisting an Officer” Charges to Protect Your Future
18
Jul
A conviction for Resisting a Police Officer can kill a career. But a charge of resisting a police officer can be dismissed, reduced, or beat at trial. On a case like this, professional help makes a difference. Continue reading
Dealing with Petty Theft and Shoplifting Charges Under P.C. 484 / PC 488
22
Jun
Defendants charged with petty theft should not just walk in and plead guilty, even if it looks bad. There are ways to manage the damage the problem poses. By hiring a professional Attorney to work on your side, or by getting help from the public defenders office, you can give yourself the best chance to avoid a theft conviction that could restrict job opportunities in the future. Continue reading
