If your fiancé was convicted after trial, or after a guilty plea, then he has as a matter of right the ability to file an appeal within 60-days of the date of judgment. If he cannot afford an attorney, he will have an attorney appointed at no cost.

Many alcohol schools are online now. Ask them if you can speed up the classes. 4xweek? 5xweek?

Generally, parking lots (while being privately owned) are deemed "public" and are subject to enforcement of laws as any public area. While the officers could have left your legally parked car alone, they also have the authority to tow it, and your case, they did.

Depends. Could be manslaughter or could be 2nd degree murder.

It's not how early, it's how long. One person could be 6 years. Plus any other charges. But in theory, with a good lawyer and facts, you could avoid any prison time.

Generally 23153 w GBI but that assumes intoxication, not just drinking. May be other charges too.

It's very unlikely. If contacted you should not answer any questions without an attorney present. But I wouldn't worry about it currently. Supplying alcohol to a minor and consuming alcohol as a minor are both crimes. Be careful heading down that path.

MY LEGAL COLUMN FOR OUR LOCAL PAPER FOR JULY 22, 2020

IF YOU DRINK AND DRIVE

If you did not heed my warning to not drink and drive and take a Taxi or Uber and you got a DUI then you need to know the following:

A DUI in California kicks in two sets of... View More

In California a jury of 12 people must render a unanimous verdict to convict someone of a crime.

If the 12 people cannot reach a unanimous decision, it is a 'hung' jury, resulting in a mistrial.

The prosecution can refile the charges and prosecute again or attempt to... View More

Why would the State of California collect "child support, etc.?" Generally that is paid to the person caring for the child. Maybe a person in your other category "Civil Litigation/Collections" can shed some light on this for you.

You have two ways to go, come to CA and handle the case or call some local DUI defense attorneys to help you out. The delay between filing and now prosecuting the case will probably create significant difficulties for the government to get a conviction. However, the DMV is a different situation,... View More

Best strategy to hire a local attorney who can recall the warrant. Some courts will vacate the class, others may make you complete it now. Either way, probably no significant penalty, if any.

MORE INFO NEEDED.

IT CERTAINLY ON ITS FACE SOUNDS RETALIATORY FOR SETTING IT FOR TRIAL (AND OUT OF THE COMMUNITY).

WAS IT INITIALLY SET IN INDIO COURT?

YOUR LAWYER SHOULD GET SOME MILEAGE OUT OF THAT BAIL SETTING, IF ARGUMENT HAS MERIT. THEY ARE SENDING CASES FOR TRIAL ALL... View More

A Marsden motion is where you complain to the court that your free appointed counsel is inadequate. A lawyer who disrespects their client should consider another career, especially one who serves as court-appointed counsel. However, disrespect is not considered in whether the attorney can... View More

False statements by a peace officer go to the officer's credibility at trial or motion. Assertions that the officer lied in a report can only yield a dismissal of the charges if you fight your case. The prosecutor assigned to file cases will take the officer at their word and file charges.... View More

I don't think he can go to jail if a family court orders child support. If he violates that order he could have additional problems, including loss of driving privilege. But, he can get the order modified if his income changes so it's really up to him to keep on top of the child support order.

DMV keeps a record of DUI convictions that may extend far beyond any print out you receive. DMV will generally demand that you take the classes that you were required to take after your DUI conviction, prior to obtaining a license, An 18 month class is required after a multiple DUI conviction. A... View More

Your lawyer knows the most likely outcome. Many counties require actual jail time for third offenses, Los Angeles is well-known for being over crowded and for sentences being completed well before the actual release date. Your lawyer may be able to ask for a sentencing alternative and you may... View More

Nope! Prescription or illicit drug DUI arrests don’t automatically trigger suspensions. You only lose your license if you are actually convicted of the DUI or they attempt to take it in another way.

Probably, if you weren't drunk the statute permitting the emergency response costs doesn't apply