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Does a first DUI sentence include any Jail in Vista?
A first DUI sentence can include jail time, but usually it can be avoided. Technically, the DUI sentence can include zero to 6 months of jail, but realistically actual custody is rare with a first offense. There are alternatives to custody often used in a first DUI...
What happens with a petty theft in Vista Courts?
Petty theft cases are misdemeanors which are defined as thefts of $950 or less in value. These charges can carry possible serious consequences not only in penalties but also impact employment, careers, professional licensing, security clearances, education,...
What is PC 1001.80 veterans diversion?
California (Penal Code) PC 1001.80 veterans diversion is a new law which is a huge benefit to veterans and active duty military personnel charged with misdemeanors and who qualify. This law allows a veteran or active duty defendant to participate in a...
What happens with a petty theft?
A petty theft is any theft of $950 or less, it is often a shoplifting where merchandise of $950 or lesss is taken from a retail outlet. Once you are cited by the officer for the misdemeanor California Penal Code (PC) 484, you are given an arraignment date....
After a DUI arrest in Vista, what needs to be done?
After a DUI arrest in Vista or anywhere in San Diego County, most people post bail and are released with a Court date on a misdemeanor DUI generally set about a month later. Aditionally, most people arrested have their driver's license taken away and are served...
New Criminal Diversion for Veterans with Misdemeanors
There is now a Criminal Diversion for Veterans charged with midemeanors. Effective January 1, 2015, California Penal Code (PC) 1001.80 (also known as S.B. 1227) authorizes a defendant who was or is a member of the U.S. Military to take part in "pretrial...
What happens on a Domestic Violence charge at Arraignment?
Arraignment on domestic violence charges officially informs you of the charges that the District Attorney has filed against you, addresses bail, sets future court dates for negotiations and trial, and also results in a "protective order" for the victim. If the...
What is criminal “child abuse”?
The criminal "child abuse" statute in California is Penal Code (PC) 273a. Generally, the felony child abuse law makes it illegal for anyone to cause, inflict or permit a child to be in a situation which results in great bodily injury or death. That includes...
Does “police questioning” require an attorney?
Police questioning can occurr throughout an investigation. It is almost always preferable to have an attorney present before answering any questions or making a statement if you are a suspect or were involved in the commission of a crime. You have the right to remain...
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