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 learn about the possible penalties you could encounter if charged with one of the following: First DUI Without Injury Misdemeanor. $1690 in fines plus a [...]
Law enforcement can only arrest you if they have probable cause to believe you've committed a crime. Once the police have established probable cause, they can proceed as follows: They can make an arrest. Once you are in police custody, your initial arraignment generally must occur within 48 hours. The initial arraignment is your first [...]
Identity theft occurs when a person uses another person’s identifying information in a fraudulent or unlawful manner. It can be charged as either a misdemeanor or a felony. What is considered identifying information? Identifying information can include a wide range of information, including but not limited to: Names Addresses Telephone numbers Account numbers Driver’s License [...]
Assembly Bill (AB) 1950 became effective January 1, 2021. It limits probation sentences for most misdemeanor offenses (currently 3 years for most crimes), to one year, and two years for most felony offenses (currently between 3-5 years). What Violations Does AB 1950 Affect? The new law will reduce probation for most misdemeanors. However, not all [...]
