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answered on Feb 26, 2018
Yes, even if only charged as a misdemeanor, you license to drive may be restricted (by the court) and/or suspended (by the DMV) which may affect your ability to perform your job.
I tried researching online & it looks like 3rd conviction in 10 yrs, but he said he doesn't have a reckless driving or anything. What else is included?
answered on Feb 20, 2018
To properly evaluate any legal question a lawyer needs a thorough summary of the facts. What you have shared is not much. If you are not clear then the lawyer will no doubt be challenged to give an accurate answer.
It is the same as using the adage for using a computer... “JUNK IN, JUNK... View More 
As stated above, I have recently been charged "service fee's" from a DUI that happened almost 3 years ago. I received what I like to call a "warning" letter in the mail about 2 weeks prior to receiving the actual bill. The bill states the officers were never paid for their... View More
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answered on Feb 16, 2018
Speak to your attorney. More info is needed. Typically, there are fees and costs involved after a DUI. All of that should of been explained to you when you reached a disposition at your DUI arraignment.
I cannot leave the country once I do my jail time (4 months), and I will sentenced to 3-5 years probation. Got a DUI with felony charges (None is dead or bad injured). How they expect me to live and pay the fine without work permit? I have my travel visa for 10 years, but it was revoked the same... View More
answered on Feb 12, 2018
They may answer that by saying "we'll let you leave, now!" Or, fine, work here 3-5 years, pay your fines, then we'll deport you.
You do not say what your immigration status was before you were convicted. Your rights as to the immigration system are very much tied to... View More
Need to know the best way to support him
answered on Feb 11, 2018
without knowing more facts it is hard to say.
however you do not just hire a lawyer to prove your son innocent/not guilty..................................
the biggest consideration is the sentence and a good lawyer can often have a say in the sentence.
answered on Feb 11, 2018
he needs to hire a local lawyer.
what court is it in?
if he can not afford a lawyer one would be appointed at the first appearance called an arraignment.
if you email me dale@dalegribowlaw.com i will send you a multipart article i wrote for our local paper entitled: The... View More
2/21/17 DUI I was parked with flat tire in front of the Apt complex that my name was on lease. I turned into shopping Center across the street I dropped off my two teens who walked home. 45 day inpatient I did voluntarily and as part of plea deal 45 day outpatient in add to 3 m DUI class 15 day... View More
answered on Feb 11, 2018
A LAWYER NEEDS MORE INFO.
HOWEVER IF YOU PLED CONTACT THE LAWYER WHO APPEARED WITH YOU EXPLAINING YOU WANTED TO ASK THE COURT THE WITHDRAW PLEA AND ENTER NOT GUILTY.
THE PROBLEM IS THAT YOU SIGNED PAPERS AND RESPONDED TO JUDGE WHO ASKED YOU IF YOU WERE PLEADING FREELY ETC.... View More
answered on Feb 5, 2018
Thank you for your question. If you received a citation or were arrested for DUI, you might be in the temporary license period (30 days), which is typically extended if you request a DMV admin per se hearing.
Before the DMV takes any action against your license, absent other factors, you... View More
The DUI part was taken care of and I get my license back by the man part is the civil case that an arbitrator provided by the third-party said that I am at no fault and the case was closed the accident occurred in September 2016
answered on Feb 4, 2018
It's difficult to fully understand what you are asking. You should consult a personal injury attorney in your area and get a free consultation. good luck!
I was in a university of california campus, and i was caught with marijuana less than 28g, while also being under 21, will i be fined the state citation or a federal citation?
answered on Jan 25, 2018
it will be state in all likelihood
they should have given you a citation that tells you where to appear
They did not take my license they gave it to me. I just want to make sure if I need a hearing at the DMV if I was not given a revocation or a suspension letter.
answered on Jan 24, 2018
DMV WILL NOT DO ANYTHING B/C IT WAS MJ AND NOT ALCOHOL.
THE DA MAY STILL THINK THEY CAN GET A GUILTY VERDICT BASED ON THE FACTS
answered on Jan 19, 2018
3 hours
however many courts do not follow that guideline so the courthouse and judge you are in front of will be important
answered on Jan 12, 2018
YOU CAN NOT DRIVE UNDER THE INFLUENCE JUST AS YOU CAN NOT DRINK AND DRIVE.
DO NOT HAVE IT IN THE CAR TO BE SAFE.
SB65 SAYS CANNABIS USE IN CARS IS NOW ILLEGAL FOR DRIVER AND PASSENGER
answered on Jan 9, 2018
a lawyer needs more info.
some courts use interlock others are not as demanding.
it is not a question of whether you need it but rather whether the DA and Court ORDER it.
Going to alcohol anonimos classes to stop drinking befor my court date you think that will help me a little
answered on Dec 29, 2017
it sounds like you have 2 within 10 years and another outside of it..........
for sure they will ask for jail but with a good atty and a little luck you should be able to get home arrest
and AA and rehab are all good but i would think it should be as intense as possible.
I got one in 2006 and 2010 and this one in december 24 2017 no crashes only misdminers
answered on Dec 29, 2017
a lawyer needs more info................
how much time between dui's? all within 10 years?
Injuries?
what court?
in indio court they always ask for jail on a 1st offense dui let alone 2nd and 3rd. However if filed as a misdemeanor you can ask for home arrest... View More
answered on Dec 29, 2017
It is 10 years, so if you get a DUI today it goes back 10 years.
When you got your DUI before it went back 7 years from the date of your past DUI.
The law is current from when you get your new DUI not when you had received your DUI in the past
I think your question is since... View More
answered on Dec 28, 2017
Yes within 10 years, so this would be considered your second DUI. You may wish to a consult with an attorney for free to discuss the facts of your case, feel free to contact our firm.
Driving i got a lower fought the case won it and they gave me a ticket for open container but at the dmv is still thair then i got another one back in 2015 but was never convited from the court my name wasint thair only it come out in the dmv then they gave me another one resently december 24 2017... View More
answered on Dec 27, 2017
I CAN NOT UNDERSTAND THE FACTS.
YOU ONLY HAVE A PRIOR IF YOU PLEAD OR ARE CONVICTED.
IT IS THE RESPONSIBILITY OF THE DEFENDANT TO CHECK TO SEE IF LATE FILLING OR HOW FILED.
WHEN U SAY THEY GAVE YOU ANOTHER ONE..........DO YOU MEAN YOU WERE ARRESTED OR IT WAS LISTED AND YOU... View More
answered on Dec 14, 2017
no
they have to prove you had alcohol or drugs in your system that would make you under the influence...not drunk
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