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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A traffic ticket or citation is issued in the State of California for violation of traffic law or an infraction. If you receive one, you must respond by paying the fine or appearing in court to fight the ticket. If you do not respond, a warrant can be issued for your arrest and your driver’s license may be suspended.
Examples of why you might receive a ticket includes speeding, not using turn signals, parking at a meter after it has expired or parking at a handicapped spot without authorization to do so. A more serious offense is known as a misdemeanor. These include reckless driving, driving without a license or drunk driving.
Whether you are charged with speeding or a more serious offense, you should contact an aggressive Riverside Criminal Law attorney who will defend your rights and if you want to challenge the ticket itself, your attorney will fight to have the ticket dismissed.
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Did you know that a DUI in Riverside County can be charged as a misdemeanor or a felony crime, depending on the circumstances surrounding the arrest?
An individual may be charged with a felony if the incident involves great bodily injury to another person. This is a very serious crime and you can end up in California State prison and also be required to pay restitution to each person you injured.
In addition, if you have several DUI charges on your record, you will most probably face a felony charge. With a felony charge, you must appear in court on every court date set.
If the other person is severely injured, you could be facing bail of at least $100,000 and a year-long suspension of your license.
If you are stopped for driving under the influence of drugs and/or alcohol, contact an experienced Riverside Criminal Law attorney who will fight for your rights today and in the future.
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I have been asked many times to explain the difference between a misdemeanor and felony offense. There are significant differences between the two. Misdemeanor convictions, such as DUI, simple drug possession or petty theft, carry less strict consequences than those for felony crimes.
A misdemeanor conviction, such as a traffic violation, is usually punishable by a fine and/or county jail time for less than a year while a felony conviction carries a higher fine and more jail time in a California prison. California’s ‘three strikes’ law says that if an individual has been convicted of two prior felony convictions, he or she could be looking at life in prison.
Being convicted of either charge can impact your life forever. If you have been arrested for a misdemeanor or felony crime, contact an experienced Riverside Criminal Law attorney to get the help and protection you need at this time.
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Rodney King is facing misdemeanor drunken driving charges in Riverside.
A few months ago King was pulled over by Moreno Valley Sheriff’s deputies for allegedly committing several traffic violations. After taking a field sobriety test, King was arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence. He admitted to using marijuana under a doctor’s care.
King is not in jail and waits for his arraignment in November. This is not his first time with a DUI arrest; he has been arrested several times for illegal drug use. He also has a conviction for reckless and impaired driving on his record.
Criminal DUI charges are extremely serious and come with severe consequences. If you have been arrested for DUI, contact an experienced Riverside Criminal Law attorney who has been successful in alcohol-related cases and will fight for your rights.
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The communities in and around Palm Springs attract many tourists and young people, especially during school break time. Public intoxication arrests can be overwhelming for first-time offenders or young students.
Too often, young students are unfairly targeted for alcohol offenses – resulting in consequences such as loss of financial aid, driver’s license and jail time. A public intoxication arrest can lead to severe consequences in your future - Don’t let it ruin your life.
Public intoxication is a misdemeanor offense, but can be reduced to an infraction with the help of an experienced Riverside Criminal Law attorney – one who will fight for your rights and save you the humiliation and embarrassment you do not need at this time.
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Have you been charged with shoplifting?
Shoplifting is a serious criminal offense in California. It is when a person intentionally takes or attempts to take merchandise without paying for it. It can result in a misdemeanor or felony conviction on your criminal record. It can result in jail, fines, a criminal record and even loss of your job.
If you have been charged with shoplifting, it is critical to contact an experienced Riverside Criminal Law attorney as soon as possible to protect your future and get the best resolution possible for your predicament.
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According to the California Highway Patrol in Indio, there was a 111 percent increase in the number of DUI-related arrests over the Labor Day weekend.
Police were out and about the Coachella Valley arresting drivers on suspicion of drinking and driving – 19 drivers were arrested this year versus only 9 last year. The good news, however, was that alcohol-related accidents were down this year.
California Vehicle Code Section 23152(a) and (b) state, “It is a misdemeanor to drive under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs and it is a misdemeanor to drive with .08% or more of alcohol in your blood.”
If you have been arrested for drunk driving, you could be facing serious jail time and fines, depending on prior arrests. It is in your best interests to contact an experienced Riverside Criminal Law attorney because DUI charges are not only serious, they can be extremely stressful.
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Has a store employee asked you to return to the store because he or she thinks you stole an item? You are not obligated to give store personnel any information.
Shoplifting is a type of theft crime. It is taking or concealing another’s property without their permission. If the item costs under $150, you will be charged with a misdemeanor crime; if it is more than $150, the charge is a felony.
If the police are called and you are arrested, contact a Riverside Criminal Law attorney who is experienced in defending people accused of retail theft – who will work on your behalf to help you avoid a criminal conviction and record for shoplifting. Shoplifting may have a lasting impact on you and your family – complete with heavy fines, jail time and probation.
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If you have been convicted of a DUI, you were probably given probation in lieu of jail time. Probation requires you to abide by specific conditions and fulfill certain requirements.
If you do not abide by these conditions and requirements, it may result in a DUI probation violation. If this happens, the judge may revoke your probation and sentence you to jail time, depending on whether your charge was a misdemeanor or a felony.
Most probably you will be ordered to stay away from alcohol and/or drugs. Make sure you do so. Other conditions include:
· Three to five years of informal probation where you do not have to report to a probation officer
· Stay out of trouble
· If you are again arrested on suspicion of drunk driving, you must submit to a chemical test
· Learn the ‘zero tolerance’ law – California Vehicle Code Section 23600, “prohibits driving with any measurable amount of alcohol in your system if you are on probation for DUI”.
If you have been convicted of a DUI and are stopped afterwards for suspicion of being under the influence, contact a Riverside Criminal Law attorney who is experienced in DUI cases. This is a serious crime.
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