Tag Archives: arraignment

Misdemeanor criminal defense & procedure - Orange County

February 26, 2009

I have previously written about the stages of a felony prosecution, but what about a misdemeanor?
Misdemeanors, such as DUI, assault & battery, petty theft (shoplifting), driving on a suspended license, some domestic violence charges and violations of court orders, have their own time line and procedures.
You may not even have to appear in court
One of [...]

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I was arrested in Orange County - do I need a defense attorney?

February 13, 2009

The short answer is yes.  Think about all that’s working against you already.  If the police think they had enough evidence to arrest you, your case is more than likely going to be referred to the District Attorney’s office for prosecution.
So what should you do in the time period between when you were arrested and [...]

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I have a court date for arraignment - now what?

October 28, 2008

I have discussed what happens at the first court appearance and what an arraignment is.  The question still remains - what do you do if you’re facing a criminal charge and about to be arraigned on the charges?
The criminal justice system is now in full effect.  Yes, you have the right to represent yourself, but [...]

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“One for the road?”

September 21, 2008

I have previously talked about how the blood alcohol level measured by the government may not be accurate. Because the blood alcohol level relied upon by the prosecution only measures your alcohol level at the time of the test, what else can affect your reading and may be a valid defense? Just like alcohol is [...]

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What Happens at the First Court Appearance

September 10, 2008

An arraignment is the first step in a criminal proceeding. If the District Attorney has filed charges, this is the first appearance a defendant has to make in front of the Court. It is the time the accused is told of the charges filed against him. A defendant will be asked to [...]

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