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How do I bail somebody out in Orange County, CA?

October 12, 2009

Once somebody is arrested and booked into jail on criminal charges, a bail amount will be set.  In Orange County, there is a bail schedule that is generally followed unless there are factors to increase or decrease the bail - or in some cases allow a defendant to be released on their written promise to [...]

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Sealing juvenile records - Orange County juvenile defense lawyer

March 18, 2009

Many people think that juvenile convictions (technically called “adjudications”) and juvenile records are automatically sealed once you turn 18.  Unfortunately, that’s not true.  While juvenile proceedings are generally confidential, the records and convictions do not just go away once you (or your child) turn 18.
There are procedures though, where I can petition the court to [...]

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Clearing old convictions off your record - Orange County expungement lawyer

March 15, 2009

I know - especially now with the economy the way it is, being the best applicant for a job gives you the best chance.  How can you compete with a past criminal record?  What about having to disclose past convictions for things like rental applications?  How can you get prior convictions off your record?  It [...]

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Theft & Shoplifting - FAQ (Orange County theft defense)

March 3, 2009

I have spoken with several people who have asked what the differences between petty theft, shoplifting and burglary are.  While all these theft crimes are related, how they’re charged, what the prosecution must prove and the consequences vary, depending on the charge.
Petty Theft (Penal Code section 484 or 488)
This is a “basic” theft of anything [...]

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Domestic violence charges and defenses

February 24, 2009

There are several “domestic violence” charges in California.  How they are treated and what your defenses are depend on the charge you face.
Penal Code section 273.5
This is the “standard” domestic violence charge.  In order to prove this charge, the prosecution must prove that there was a willful infliction of a “corporal injury” that results in [...]

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