Year: 2020

June 16, 2020 48299488 0 Comments

In certain felony cases, and there are many, a judge has the discretion to reduce a felony to a misdemeanor (Penal Code section 17(b)).  The judge…

June 16, 2020 48299488 0 Comments

First Offense Without any aggravating factors, a first offense for DUI, will usually include: three years of informal probation (no probation officer involved) attendance in…

June 14, 2020 48299488 0 Comments

For those facing misdemeanor drug possession for personal use (commonly Health & Safety Code sections 11350 and 11377), the prosecutor must prove: that the defendant possessed a controlled…

June 11, 2020 48299488 0 Comments

Most allegations of speed contests involve drivers who are racing against one another (Vehicle Code section 23019(a)).  Sometimes the drivers have planned to race at a…

June 11, 2020 48299488 0 Comments

Reckless driving charges (Vehicle Code section 23103(a))may be filed when the driver is alleged to have driven in wilful or wanton disregard for the safety…

June 11, 2020 48299488 0 Comments

Misdemeanor Evading A potentially very serious charge occurs when a driver fails to stop and yield to law enforcement (Vehicle Code section 2800.1).  The elements required…