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Penal Code section 1203.4 Relief
Contrary to popular reference, true expungements do not exist in California. A true expungement is defined as the act of legally destroying, deleting, obliterating, or striking out records or information [...]
Juvenile Cases
Generally speaking, minors under the age of 18 are tried in the California juvenile court system. However, there are cases in which younger minors can be tried in adult court. [...]
California Open Container Law
California’s open container law makes it illegal for anyone to drive with an open container of alcohol in the car. If you or a passenger in your car is caught [...]
How Does a Case Start?
Knowledge is power, and when you know what to expect when involved in a legal dispute, you could have a better chance of getting a favorable outcome. Here is the [...]
Know Your Rights: Wiretap Orders and Search/Seizure Authority
What are police officers allowed to do (or not allowed to do) when conducting a search? It is important to note that all police searches require warrants unless one of [...]
Possible Penalties: Driving Under the Influence (DUI)
In the state of California, a DUI is usually charged as a misdemeanor. However, there are certain aggravating factors that could turn a DUI into a felony. Read on to [...]
