Question: If you can get my DUI charge dismissed, will it still be on my record? Does it matter that the DUI was in Van Nuys?
Answer: Even if the DUI charges are dismissed (which is a great result when it happens!) there is still a record of your arrest. Note that this is different than having a “conviction” on your record. There is a process of getting your arrest record sealed. Feel free to contact me if you want to... Read More
Question: Is it possible to get an out of state license after a DUI in San Fernando, CA? Can a DUI attorney assist with this?
Answer: Generally speaking, your DMV record will be shared between the California DMV and most other states in the U.S. through what is called a “Compact.” If your license is suspended because of a DUI in California, then another state should be aware of that and refuse to issue you a license until you satisfy... Read More
Question: Do I have to have my rights read to me for a misdemeanor DUI in Van Nuys?
Answer: If your miranda rights were not read to you at the time of your arrest, then it is possible to suppress any damaging statements you may have made to the cops after your arrest. For example, if you told the cops you drank 20 beers after you were arrested (but they never read you... Read More
Question: Can a lawyer for a DUI in San Fernando Court and having marijuana in my car even though i have a medical marijuana card from San Fernando, California?
Answer: You should hire an attorney to defend your case. Although your card may give you the right to possess a certain amount of marijuana according to the state of california, the Prosecutor and Judge will not dismiss your DUI charge just because you have a card. That being said, having a marijuana DUI offers... Read More
Question: How much will it cost to get a Petty Theft shoplifing conviction expunged? The Petty Theft conviction was through Van Nuys Court.
Answer: The filing fee is generally around $120 plus attorneys fees should you hire one. I do not charge that much to handle first offense petty theft expungements. Feel free to contact me at 818-336-1384 if you would like to discuss further. Phil Hache DUI & Criminal Defense Attorney www.philhachelaw.com Handling DUI and Criminal matters... Read More
Question: What can I do if my friend was shoplifting and we are both being charged with 484 Petty theft in LAX Court / Airport Court?
Answer: You should hire a criminal defense attorney to defend you in Court. Even though you and your friend were arrested together, I would strongly advise that you each hire your own separate attorney. It is possible to get your charges dismissed. Phil Hache DUI & Criminal Defense Attorney www.philhachelaw.com Handling DUI and Criminal matters... Read More
Question: What can I do if I have not finished my alcohol classes and have since moved out of California? My DUI was in Van Nuys Court, Los Angeles, CA.
Answer: You will need to get an extension for the DUI classes from the Van Nuys Court, where you received your DUI conviction. It is also for the Judge to approve a request to let you take classes in another state other than California. Note that you will likely have to start the classes from... Read More