Probation is part of a convicted criminal’s punishment in California. According to California law, probation is a supervisory sentence that a judge may impose on you for a misdemeanor or felony conviction - instead of sending you to jail.
Probation comes with certain things you can and cannot do. You must adhere to these rules. If you follow the rules, your probation can end in 3 years, but if you do not follow them, you will most probably face an entire year in jail.
If you are serving misdemeanor probation, you do not have to report to a probation officer. When you are placed on felony probation, you will have to report into a probation officer once a month – without fail. If you violate felony probation, you can be sent to California State Prison for at least 18 months, possibly longer.
When terms of probation are violated, the judge will take into consideration any previous violations, the nature of the probation violated, and any recent criminal activity surrounding probation.
If you have been accused of violating your probation, you are in danger of the court enforcing the rest of your jail sentence. You do not have to face this by yourself. Contact an experienced Riverside Criminal Law attorney to discuss your case and start a plan of action.
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Driving while your license is suspended is a serious and very common offense in California. If you are found guilty of this charge, you will face criminal misdemeanor changes and severe consequences.
There are several ways your driver’s license can be suspended, including:
· Failure to pay traffic ticket fines
· Child support delinquency
· DUI arrest or conviction
· Conviction of drug charges
· Driving without insurance
· Reckless driving
· Failure to appear in court
· Failure to attend court-ordered traffic school
· Failure to complete a DUI program
If you are caught driving on a suspended license, you will be facing serious consequences (i.e. heavy fines, possible jail time). It is difficult to get around Southern California without a car – don’t risk it. Contact an experienced Riverside Criminal Law attorney who will make every effort to find the most desirable outcome in your situation.
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Lake Elsinore police arrested five people on suspicion of driving under the influence over the weekend.
The Riverside County Sheriff’s Department formed a special DUI patrol because of the many Cinco de Mayo celebrations going on around town. Police stopped about 70 drivers during this time, arresting five people for driving under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs, and issuing citations to nine drivers for driving with no license or on a suspended one.
The special patrol was funded from fees collected from drivers previously arrested for DUIs.
If you are arrested for driving under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs, you are facing major consequences. Contact an experienced Riverside Criminal Law attorney immediately to discuss your legal options and rights.
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Being charged with a hit and run offense is a serious crime that comes with severe ramifications if convicted. Depending on the number of people injured, the severity of the injuries, and your criminal history, you can be facing jail or prison time, huge fines, probation, restitution to the victim, and points added to your driving record.
Hit-and-run accidents are not only when you hit another vehicle or a pedestrian and then flee the scene. They also include hitting a parked vehicle and the failure to leave a note for the owner.
According to Vehicle Code 20002VC, you may be charged with a misdemeanor hit and run if you leave the scene, damage another person’s property, or not identifying yourself to the other person. You may be charged with a felony hit and run if you injured another person.
If you are charged with a hit and run, it is important to hire an experienced and aggressive Riverside Criminal Defense attorney who will fight to protect your rights.
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Shoplifting in Riverside County is defined as stealing or theft of goods, products or any kind of retail item with no intention of paying for them. Many people do not realize the serious consequences that could result from a shoplifting conviction.
You can be charged with petty theft or grand theft, depending on the value of the merchandise stolen. Petty theft is usually considered a misdemeanor offense; however, grand theft is considered a federal offense and comes with severe penalties, including jail time.
If you are facing shoplifting charges, contact a Riverside Criminal Law attorney with the experience and skill necessary to have your charges reduced or dismissed – an attorney who has a history of good results and a successful track record.
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A man taking a shower the other morning in Palm Springs heard noises outside his bathroom door and exited the shower. He discovered a robber in his home attempting to take his laptop computer.
When the man confronted the robber, the robber hit him several times with the computer and then fled the scene with other items. The victim called the police who responded within minutes. They chased the suspect several streets, including jumping over walls. The suspect entered another home through an unlocked sliding door to hide in. Unfortunately the owner was a retired law enforcement officer who detained the suspect at gunpoint until police arrived and arrested him.
The items taken from the first home were found in the neighborhood. Police discovered that the suspect was on probation and took him to a correctional facility in Banning.
If you or someone you know has been arrested for the crime of robbery, you may be facing felony charges and can be sentenced to severe fines and prison if convicted. When your freedom is on the line, contact an experienced Riverside Criminal Law attorney who will aggressively fight for your rights.
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Getting stopped for a DUI can change your life forever. The best way to avoid being stopped for a DUI and facing DUI consequences is to simply avoid drinking and driving at all costs.
If you are stopped for a DUI offense, following these helpful hints:
· Make sure your registration is in your glove compartment and your driver’s license is easily
accessible
· Be polite to the officer and answer all questions
· Do not admit to anything because it can be held against you
· It is okay to refuse a field sobriety test or breathalyzer test
Despite the fact that DUI arrests are one of the most common types of criminal proceedings in Riverside County, many people are unaware of the consequences associated with a DUI conviction.
If you are arrested for a DUI offense, you have the right to remain silent. Contact an experienced Riverside Criminal Law attorney who will give your case the attention it deserves so that you can achieve the best possible outcome.
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Fraud is the intentional deception made for personal gain or to damage another individual. It is a criminal act. Fraud can be described as scam, con, swindle, extortion or cheat.
Here’s a story you don’t hear too often. A California man, who is said to be a wine collector and dealer, was charged by U. S. prosecutors with fraud. He had multiple fraudulent schemes to sell more than $1 million dollars of counterfeit wine.
When an individual attempts to sell a product that he or she knows to be counterfeit, fake or forgery, he or she will be charged with a felony crime.
A criminal conviction can derail your life. Any criminal charge must be taken seriously and acted upon promptly. If you have been arrested or are under investigation for any type of fraud, contact an experienced Riverside Criminal Law attorney who will fight for your rights every step of the way.
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A white collar crime is a non-violent act that consists of deception, usually by a business person or public official. Federal white collar cases are extremely complex and require a paper trail of data – used to take legal action. Sometimes it takes years before the lawsuit is filed.
Examples of white collar crimes include:
· Fraud – healthcare, securities, tax, real estate, wire, mail, bank, Internet, credit car
· Money laundering / counterfeiting
· Extortion
· Embezzlement
· Conspiracy
· Larceny
· Racketeering
· Perjury
White collar crimes are on the rise. Statistics show that one in three American households is a victim of a white collar crime; however, less than half report it. A white collar crime can be prosecuted at the California level or Federal level and can result in jail time.
If you have been arrested for or are placed under investigation for a white collar crime, contact an experienced Riverside Criminal Law attorney who will help you protect your legal rights.
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Police have all the advantages when it comes to having you submit to a blood test after being stopped for a suspected DUI. A blood alcohol test measures the amount of alcohol in your system to determine if you were legally drunk when a police officer pulled you off the road?
Blood alcohol tests are usually more accurate than a breath test. Although they are more reliable, they can prove faulty at times, especially is excess time elapsed between taking the blood sample and the execution of the lab test.
If you have been arrested for DUI after a blood test or if you want to know more about how a DUI charge can affect your life and what you can do about it, contact a Riverside Criminal Law attorney who has the experience defending those who have been accused of driving under the influence and will aggressively fight for your rights.
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