Question: What are the chances that I could get my San Fernando DUI dismissed? I was pulled over for not stoping when merging into traffic in San Fernando, CA…
Answer: This is a question I get often (…Can my DUI be dismissed). It is possible, but the case needs to be analyzed and worked to have any kind of shot at a DUI dismissal (generally speaking. Was there a stop sign that you went through, or just a yield sign (or no sign at... Read More
Question: How can I get a DUI from San Fernando expunged from my record? Is it even possible to get a DUI expunged? Someone told me it used to be, but not anymore.
Answer: Yes, it is possible to get your DUI expunged. You need to have complied with all of the terms of your probation, which it sounds like you did. The process for getting an expungement is to petition the Court that you were convicted in. There is more specifics about expungements on my site philhachelaw.com... Read More
In 9-0 Ruling in US v. Jones , U.S. Supreme Court Declares Warrantless GPS Use by Police Unconstitutional
In a unanimous ruling in United States v. Jones , the U.S. Supreme Court declared that police must get a search warrant before using GPS technology to track criminal suspects. Insisting that individuals have a reasonable expectation that they will not be subject to constant monitoring by the government, and that escalating secretive technological surveillance... Read More
Question: I have a drug charge in Malibu Court. What is the penalty?
Answer: What is the specific drug charge? Is it a possession, intent to sell, sales charge, etc. What is the drug? What amount of drugs are involved? Any drug paraphanelia? Call me at 818-336-1384 to discuss earlier. Phil Hache, Criminal Defense & DUI Attorney www.philhachelaw.com Handling DUI and Criminal matters throughout Courts in Southern California... Read More
Driving without a license is not a felony
Driving without a license is not a felony Question: I was charged with a VC 12500 driving without a license in Los Angeles, CA (metropolitan court). Is this a felony? Can I avoid prison? The cop that pulled me over said I had to go to court and it was not like a regular traffic... Read More
Question: What exactly is the DUI Law in Los Angeles, CA? What if my BAC for DUI was below .08?
Answer: In CA, you can be charged with, and convicted of a DUI even if your blood alcohol percentage is below a .08. They base that allegation based on many factors, such as driving and performance on field sobriety tests, etc. If your blood alcohol percentage is below a .08, it is definitely worth fighting,... Read More
Question: Can I contact my girlfriend in jail if I am on probation for Probation in Los Angeles?
Answer: Unless there is some specific court order that says you are not supposed to contact or go near her, then there should not be any issues with you visiting her in jail even if you are on probation in Los Angeles for a DUI. Phil Hache, Criminal Defense & DUI Attorney www.philhachelaw.com Handling DUI... Read More