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Week later city bill 1100 I asked Dr what am I going here they said I have not given anyone consent to draw my blood or do any type of testing and this was 3 hours after the officer left they said my BAÇ was a 1.8 after I had them check I'm pretty muched f©©k?
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answered on Sep 4, 2024
It sounds like you're dealing with a complex situation. First, if your blood was drawn without your consent after the officer left, you may want to challenge the legality of that blood draw. In California, implied consent laws allow for chemical testing in DUI cases, but there are specific... View More 
He’s been out for 1 1/2 years now and my attorney is taking their sweet time to file a change of order from 2017. I was dumb to take word of mouth to think everything will be fine when he came out and didn’t change the custody order. 2 months after he came out he wanted to follow the court... View More
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answered on Aug 22, 2024
Winning a custody battle depends on several factors, including the best interests of the child, which is the primary concern for the court. The judge will consider your co-parent's past conviction, especially since it involves DUI vehicular manslaughter, and weigh it against their current... View More
County. What happens now? Will he be picked up by the other county?
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answered on Aug 17, 2024
When your fiancé is released from county jail, it's possible that the other county with the pending DUI case may place a hold or warrant for his transfer. This usually depends on the severity of the case, court schedules, and coordination between the counties. If there's an active... View More
After being pulled over, what are all the reasons that would give the police the right to tell you to step out of your vehicle and start searching your vehicle? In california
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answered on Aug 6, 2024
In California, after being pulled over, an officer can legally ask you to step out of your vehicle for various reasons. If they have reasonable suspicion that you are involved in criminal activity, they have the right to ask you to exit your vehicle. Additionally, if the officer believes you may be... View More
After being pulled over, what are all the reasons that would give the police the right to tell you to step out of your vehicle and start searching your vehicle? In california
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answered on Aug 6, 2024
In California, if you are pulled over, police officers may ask you to step out of your vehicle for several reasons. One common reason is if they have reasonable suspicion that you are involved in criminal activity beyond the traffic violation, such as seeing drugs or weapons in plain view. They may... View More
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answered on Aug 5, 2024
Under California law, if you are arrested for an out-of-county warrant, you can be held in jail for a limited period. Generally, the holding period is up to 48 hours, not including weekends and holidays. This allows time for the county that issued the warrant to arrange for your transport.... View More
If I am allowed to serve community service in AOWP in Fresno County, do I need to have a certain number of hours completed or all completed by my turn in date for jail to avoid jail time?
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answered on Jul 31, 2024
In California, the specific amount of community service required to avoid jail time depends on the terms set by the court. Each case is different, and the judge typically provides clear instructions regarding how many hours of community service you need to complete. It’s crucial to follow the... View More
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answered on Jul 18, 2024
The Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) is a codification of the general and permanent rules published in the Federal Register by the executive departments and agencies of the Federal Government. Specifically, 28 CFR 29.10 pertains to the National Motor Vehicle Title Information System (NMVTIS), a... View More
I also have a pending dui case,
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answered on Jun 30, 2024
Based on the information provided, there are a few important points to consider:
1. DUI case: Having a pending DUI case can potentially complicate travel, especially when crossing international borders.
2. Border crossing: Returning to the US from Mexico may involve additional... View More
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answered on May 14, 2024
I apologize for the confusion, but there is no form 41500 in California that I'm aware of. Could you please provide more context about what the form is used for? This will help me better understand your question and determine if there is an equivalent form in Utah.
In general, legal... View More
answered on Mar 20, 2024
HE SHOULD CONTACT HIS LAWYER OR THE COURT RECORD ONLINE OR CRIMINAL CLERK TO GO OVER THE CONDITIONS OF SUMMARY (INFORMAL) PROBATION.
HE HAD A FINE AND CLASSES.
AFTER HE HAS FINISHED EVERYTHING ORDERED, HE GOES TO DMV FOR A NEW LICENSE.
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answered on Nov 21, 2023
The parole officer cannot search you in a way that is unreasonable or excessive. For example, they cannot strip-search you or search your private areas. They also cannot search you without your consent unless they reasonably suspect you are hiding something illegal.
1st time offender, misdemeanor DUI. Completed the 9-month program, M.A.D.D., & paid restitution. Due to my job, finances, and not having a car I haven't been able to complete labor. I asked the judge to convert my fees & labor to jail. How much time do you think I will serve in LA County Jail?
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answered on Oct 21, 2023
In Los Angeles County, inmates serving time for misdemeanor offenses typically do not serve their full sentence due to jail overcrowding and other factors. The actual time served can vary, but often, inmates might serve as little as 10% to 20% of their sentence. Given you've been sentenced to... View More
I was recently arrested for misdemeanor dui, and released the same day. The next day a lawyer sent an email addressed to me talking about his services, but the email address he sent it to is not mine. It happens to be an immediate family member. This has caused a drift within my family. They... View More
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answered on Sep 28, 2023
If you believe that your privacy has been violated due to the disclosure of your misdemeanor DUI arrest to a family member by the lawyer, you may want to consult with an attorney to explore potential legal remedies. In California, there are laws that protect individuals' privacy rights, and... View More
On 06-06-2021, a drunk driver with a rental car from hertz hit me, he was taking into custody and months later was made to under pay me. rental company Hertz denied the claim becuase the rentee didnt return the car on time, i was paid less then $2000 for car damages from the drunk driver out of... View More
answered on Sep 8, 2023
No, you cannot. 49 U.S.C. § 30106, the Graves Amendment, preempted state laws that made rental vehicle owners' liable for the permissive use of the vehicle. Rental companies do not carry that liability and are not responsible for their renter's negligence, unless you can find some... View More
I have some old videos on YouTube 8 years old and Iam doing some illegal activities in them , is there somthing like ,”that after a certain amount of time passes I can’t get in trouble” , or or can police find the videos and create a a case? Even tho it was 8 years ago
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answered on Aug 29, 2023
The statute of limitations for criminal offenses in California varies depending on the type of crime, but some crimes have statutes of limitations that could exceed 8 years. Generally, the clock starts ticking when the crime is committed, although there are exceptions that could extend this period.... View More
probation violation case. informed both public defender and private attorney with more than a months' notice to withdraw plea. The public defender initially bullied and intimidated me into the plea after i had asked her numerous times to take the case in front of the judge. the hired attorney... View More
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answered on Aug 20, 2023
In this situation, you should immediately seek legal assistance to file a motion to withdraw your plea. Present the evidence of your attempts to communicate your desire to both attorneys and their lack of action. The court may consider these factors when deciding whether to allow you to withdraw... View More
Hi,
I have situation in hand that I need an immigration attorneys opinion on. I am currently on my H1B visa. My employers applied for my perm this February 2023.
Recently unfortunately I was pulled over and arrested for alleged DUI. I only had couple drinks but my breathalyzer test... View More
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answered on Jul 13, 2023
I am an attorney licensed in California, and I can provide some general information regarding the potential impact of a DUI arrest on your H1B visa and Permanent Labor Certification (PERM) process. A DUI arrest can have serious consequences on your immigration status. USCIS has the authority to... View More
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