Question: Is it possible to have a non-violent federal felony expunged?
Answer: I handle California State expungements not federal expungements, so my answer here is not authority on the matter. At this time, it’s my understanding that expungements for federal convictions are for the most part only available if it was a simple possession charge and you were under 21 at the time of your arrest.... Read More
Santa Maria Police officer is killed by another officer while facing arrest
A Santa Maria police officer identified as Albert Covarrubias Jr. who was under investigation for being suspected of having a sexual relationship with a 17 year old girl and intimidating potential witnesses was shot and killed by a fellow officer as he was about to be arrested. The officer was nearing the end of his... Read More
Question: Am I considered a felon if I have two DUIs on my record? One DUI in Van Nuys, and the other DUI in San Fernando. Would hiring a DUI attorney now help?
Answer: If your DUI convictions were only misdemeanors, then no, they would not change to a felony simply because there are 2 DUI convictions. Most 1st and 2nd offense DUI’s are misdemeanors, Unless there was an accident causing bodily injury on one or both of the DUI’s. There should not be any need for you... Read More
Question: What is the law if I am accused of stealing money? Under $100 in Los Angeles, CA court (Airport).
Answer: You may be charged with Petty Theft, PC 484. Contact me to discuss your case in further detail. It may be possible to have your charges dismissed or reduced. 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,... Read More
Question: Is there a record of an arrest without a DUI charge in Studio City?
Answer: Usually your record will show that there was an arrest even if there was not a DUI conviction. It may be possible to get your arrest record sealed. Contact me through www.philhachelaw.com if you would like to discuss in further detail. Phil Hache, Criminal Defense & DUI Attorney www.philhachelaw.com Handling DUI and Criminal matters... Read More
Question: Will an attorney be able to lift my suspension faster? My license is suspended based on unpaid speeding ticket in Los Angeles (Metropolitan court)
Answer: It is possible that an attorney can expedite the process of getting holds on a drivers license lifted. I have had success doing this for clients (as well as reducing and dismissing the charges). See www.philhachelaw.com for more details. Feel free to contact me if you would like to discuss further. Phil Hache, Criminal... Read More
Question: I have a DUI in Van Nuys, CA after being arrested in Encino for DUI. Question: Is there a difference between a court conviction and a guilty plea for DUI?
Answer: If a person enters a guilty plea, the court will then convict and sentence the person based on the guilty plea. Contact me at 818-336-1DUI if you have further questions about your DUI. It does not sound like you have spoken to an experienced DUI attorney about your case yet, and blindly entering a... Read More