Question: Why did I get a letter of arraignment five months after the DUI Stop in Encino, CA?
Answer: In a misdemeanor case, including a misdemeanor VC 23152 DUI case, the prosecutor has a year from the arrest to actually file the charges. Phil Hache, Criminal Defense & DUI Attorney www.philhachelaw.com Handling DUI and Criminal matters throughout Courts in Southern California including Van Nuys, CA, San Fernando, CA, Burbank, CA Glendale, CA Pasadena,... Read More
Question: Can I get a copy of my DUI case in San Fernando, CA at my arraignment when I live in NV?
Answer: Assuming your case is filed, you should be able to get a copy of the discovery that is in the file. Contact me through philhachelaw.com if you want to discuss this in further detail. Also, keep in mind that if you hire a private DUI attorney to handle your case, and it is a... Read More
Question: Is it legal to be arrested by the police without questioning? I was arrested at my house for a DUI in Van nuys, CA and have friends who were with me to support that I wasn’t driving.
Answer: It is possible to be arrested even though there was no questioning done by officers. If there is evidence that lead the arresting agency to believe a crime has been committed, then they can arrest someone. You should hire an attorney to handle this DUI case and prove your innocence. Alibi’s as to where... Read More
Question: Can I get a restricted license after a San Fernando DUI conviction if I didn’t request a DMV hearing in Van Nuys, CA?
Answer: Yes, it is possible to still get a restricted license after a DUI conviction even if you did not request a DMV hearing in Van Nuys. Phil Hache, Criminal Defense & DUI Attorney www.philhachelaw.com Handling DUI and Criminal matters throughout Courts in Southern California including Van Nuys, CA, San Fernando, CA, Burbank, CA Glendale,... Read More
Question: Do you need a lawyer for your second DUI in Burbank, CA?
It is highly recommended to hire a DUI lawyer to handle a 2nd DUI…or 1st DUI…or any DUI in Burbank Court, or any other California court for that matter. DUI cases are very technical and not something to jump into without an experienced DUI attorney involved. Phil Hache, Criminal Defense & DUI Attorney www.philhachelaw.com Handling... Read More
Question: Do I have a probation officer if I am on an informal probation based on a DUI conviction in Los Angeles, CA?
Answer: If you are on informal probation in Los Angeles County, then you are not assigned a probation officer. You can refer to your sentencing memo for the terms of your informal probation. Phil Hache, Criminal Defense & DUI Attorney www.philhachelaw.com Handling DUI and Criminal matters throughout Courts in Southern California including Van Nuys, CA,... Read More
Question: What will happen after I was caught shoplifting, PC 484 Petty Theft in Van Nuys, CA Court?
Answer: When charged with a misdemeanor (including a PC 484 Petty Theft), there is an arraignment where you enter a plea, followed by Pretrial, then potentially trial if the case is not resolved by then. I have been successful at getting similar cases dismissed so there is no criminal record, which is something that should... Read More