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could you go to court alone if you are turning 18 before the court date ?
answered on May 22, 2020
These are significant crimes, the severity of the consequences will depend on the facts of your case. Many lawyers offer free consultations, you should contact a local DUI defense attorney and/or juvenile criminal defense attorney to discuss the facts of your case and the possible/likely outcomes... View More 
answered on May 6, 2020
You can check the California Bar website (https://www.calbar.ca.gov/), any person who has been licensed to practice in CA is listed as is their status to practice law and any disciplinary action taken against them.
So I got a dui back in 2017 I finish my courses and was told I couldnt get a interlock and was told to bring in a proof of sr22 and reissued my license but now there saying its mandatory for me to get it but I was told since it was a wet and reckless at that time I didnt need it so I'm... View More
answered on May 3, 2020
Call Mandatory Actions 1.916.657.6525, they can tell you what you need to do to get your license reinstated.
To get my charges dismissed or overturned because of this? Or am I just suppose to waste time and wait for all this to blow over?
answered on Apr 14, 2020
The current situation is unlikely to result in either your charges being dropped or your conviction being overturned. Your question cannot be completely answered because charges being dropped presupposes that prosecution of your case hasn't started or been completed, whereas, overturned... View More
I have had 2 dui and driving on a suspended license cases in the past. Using my finger prints my FBI background check shows these cases but doesn't clearly show that these cases have ended. What type of paperwork can I ask from the court to show that these cases have concluded and that there... View More
answered on Mar 18, 2020
If by closed you mean settled, each case has a disposition order, that indicates your plea (or verdict) and sentence, you may be able to get the paperwork at any courthouse, but definitely at the courthouse where the case was prosecuted. Regarding open cases, that's what the background check... View More
Trying to avoid social interaction, this is a serious issue in the US.
answered on Mar 18, 2020
You should check the website for the court in which your case will be prosecuted, each county determines how they will handle this situation.
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answered on Mar 17, 2020
It won't be dismissed for medical reasons, you may be found "not guilty" by a jury following a jury trial. You should contact a local DUI defense attorney to discuss your medical issues and how they can be developed into a defense.
My license was suspended in 2011 for DUI.
answered on Mar 11, 2020
No, in my experience there is no medical exemption to a DUI suspension. You should contact Mandatory Actions (1.916.657.6525) to determine what you need to do to get your license reinstated. Driving on a suspended license can put your car in impound, you in jail and has fines similar to those of... View More
Can I plea guilty on the day of my arraignment so I can speed things up? I pick up my children every friday and drop them off every Sunday. Its a 4 hr drive , 2 going and 2 coming. What can I do so I'm still able to do that?
answered on Mar 11, 2020
Contact Mandatory Actions 1.916.657.6525 they can tell you for sure; probably you will need to enroll in a DUI program appropriate for your blood alcohol concentration, file and SR22, pay reinstatement fees and get an Ignition Interlock Device installed on your car.
I got a DUI and its my first offense. I was told I can't leave my county . I have a job which requires for me to drive to and from work. Also on Fridays I drive 2 hrs to a different county because I meet halfways with my baby daddy so that I can have my kids during the weekend and on Sundays I... View More
answered on Mar 11, 2020
You need to request a DMV hearing within 10 days of your arrest to make sure that your license isn't automatically suspended on day 30. The requirement not to leave the county is confusing, presumably you haven't seen a judge so there can't be an "order" limiting your... View More
Driver license suspended 11/16/2011. 13352A3 mailed 5/15/2013. Conviction 23152A VC, 23593 VC (updated 7/17/2012. Also 10/17/2017 BP 24 NEV..paid 12/4/2017. HELP!! I need to drive to get my treatments for terminal liver cancer. Am 62 years old. Can I get a special restricted or critical needs... View More
answered on Mar 10, 2020
There is no medical restriction for drivers licenses, you should call Mandatory Actions 1.916.657.5625 to find out what you an do to get a license.
I didn't applied for a CA restricted license. I hired a private driver. After I have completed my 18 moths program. Do I still need the interlock device?
answered on Mar 8, 2020
Call Mandatory Actions 1.916.657.6525 or ask your lawyer.
I have COURT for county A before I Attend county B for sentencing.
answered on Feb 10, 2020
This is a complicated question, you should discuss this with your lawyer, if you don't have one you will likely be appointed one when you go to court.
Here is the scenario in question:
Person A rear ended Person B going maybe 15 mph, no damage to person b car (only person a car sustained damage), person b accused person a of being intoxicated, then another person (person c) who saw it said they would act as a witness for Person B. Person... View More
answered on Feb 9, 2020
It would be extremely difficult for law enforcement to make a case for DUI without a chemical test. As you point out in your question, circumstantial evidence of intoxication can have numerous causes (including sleep deprivation). Therefore DUI charges based solely on citizen witnesses and their... View More
She crashed into a signpost, no injuries. Question refers to time payments on fine and community service instead of jail time.
answered on Feb 7, 2020
If she wants to settle her case she should still contact a local DUI defense attorney. A lawyer can help reduce the punishment and negotiate the terms for performance, if she qualifies a Public Defender may also be able to help her.
Hello,
I was in a five way collision, and I was third in line. The person I hit, 2nd car, was driving under the influence and was arrested. Technically he's at fault correct? I got a mail recently where his insurance is asking for payment.. I have insurance as well, will my insurance... View More
answered on Feb 5, 2020
You rear-ended another driver and they're at fault? I don't think so. You might check with a personal injury lawyer, my experience has been that the driver of the car in back is at fault for following closer than was safe, regardless of the driver in front's sobriety.
answered on Jan 25, 2020
Need more facts, if you were in violation of the law, it is legal.
answered on Jan 16, 2020
If you received it from the officer or from the government, it's legal, why wouldn't it be? You should prepare to appear in court as provided on the notice or hire a DUI defense lawyer. You should also be aware that you have 10 days from the date of arrest to request a DMV hearing to... View More
I can miss booking and wait until the judge ordered it?
answered on Dec 21, 2019
I wouldn't. The judge will ask why you didn't and depending on the response things can go from "do it" to "they have to book you into custody, that's probably the best way to ensure your booked."
He has a 2013 Hyundai registered in his name. I want to put it in my name and my insurance. Can he drive it?
answered on Nov 11, 2019
Yes, as long as it meets the terms of his restrictions/limitations, he may still have an Ignition Interlock Device requirement and for sure an SR22 requirement, one (or both) may need to be in place for him to drive any car.
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