Questions: Question about expungement. Can I get my Federal conviction for possession of marijuana expunged?
Answer: I do believe that you potentially could get your felony conviction expunged, but I would need more information. For instance, were you under 21 at the time of your arrest? I specialize in California State expungements not federal expungements, so my answer here is not authority on the matter. At this time, it’s my... Read More
Question: When I got my 1st 23152(a) DUI in San Fernando Court, I was told that it would stay on my record for 7 years. that was in 2003. I just got another Van Nuys DUI and I was told that it was a 2nd DUI, although I haven’t been to court on it yet. Is this true?
Answer: Yes, the law now states that a DUI is priorable for 10 years (from arrest to arrest date). Thus, if your San Fernando DUI was in 2003, and your Van Nuys DUI this year, the Van Nuys DUI will be charged as a 2nd offense DUI. Sincerely, Phil Hache DUI & Criminal Defense Attorney... Read More
Question: I had a 2nd Offense Van Nuys DUI conviction in 2000. I am told by the DMV that I need to do an 18 month alcohol program to get my license back. Is that right???
Answer: If you received a 2nd offense DUI conviction in Van Nuys (or any other CA court), you will need to complete the 18th month program in California in order for the DMV to reinstate your CA drivers license. This is the case even if your conviction was over 10 years ago. Additionally, it is... Read More
Question: Can I get a DUI if I was the owner of a car, but not the person driving (I was in the passenger seat when pulled over)?
Answer: If I understand your question correctly, someone else was driving when the car you were in, that you owned, was pulled over. If that is the case, then no, there is no case for a DUI against you. I guess they could charge you with it, but there is no way that case would... Read More
Question: Need a Van Nuys DUI Attorney !! Got pulled over last night, cops said I had a .09 BAC. I really don’t want a DUI conviction on my record.
Answer: Sorry to hear about your arrest. It is very possible that I could get your DUI charge dismissed and reduced to a lesser offense, such as a Wet Reckless or an exhibition of speed, if not completely dismissed depending on the circumstances. Call me at 818-336-1384 to discuss in further detail. Sincerely, Phil Hache... Read More
Question: Need a Van Nuys DUI Attorney who can appear in court on July 6th. If I hire you, can you appear for me?
Answer: Yes, I am a Van Nuys DUI attorney regularly handling matters in Van Nuys Court. If retained, I can appear on your matter on July 6th without you needing to be there (assuming it is a misdemeanor DUI). We would need to speak in more detail though. Call me at 818-336-1384 Sincerely, Phil Hache... Read More
Question: I was unlawfully arrested for DUI in los angeles. DIdn’t even have a drink! Did a blood test, and spent night in jail. Court date in downtown l.a. Does this happen often?
Answer: Well, “often” I guess depends on what you would consider often. But I believe people are arrested for DUI’s in los angeles on a regular basis when they should not be. From what you wrote, you have a great case to defend. This sounds like a case may be able to get dismissed before... Read More