Question: Can I get my license back if I get it reduced to a reckless? DMV and Court are both in Van Nuys Court, CA.
Answer: If there is no DUI conviction, then there is no additional suspension ordered by the Court, but there can still be a drivers license suspension based on a DMV hearing (or lack of DMV hearing requested). Call me at 818-336-1384 to discuss further. Phil Hache DUI & Criminal Defense Attorney www.philhachelaw.com Handling DUI and... Read More
Question: DUI in Van Nuys, CA. Does a marijuana DUI have the same impact as a regular DUI?
Answer: If there is a DUI conviction, it will have a lot of the same similarities. You would be charged with a VC 23152(a), driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol. If someone gets an alcohol only DUI, they are often charged with a VC 23152(b) as well. I can be reached through philhachelaw.com... Read More
Question: How can I get a misdemeanor from shoplifting off of my record? I was convicted in San Fernando, CA if that makes a difference.
Answer: You can get an expungement, which if and when granted, will show that your conviction was lifted and dismissed. You must have successfully completed all the terms of your probation to be eligible. There is more information on philhachelaw.com that may be of help for you. You can also call me at 818-336-1384 if... Read More
Question: Can my employer still see my dismissed DUI charge?
Answer: Were you DUI charges dismissed prior to being filed, or was the conviction expunged? If the charges were dismissed completely, then there is no conviction on your record, but there is still an arrest record. From my experience, most employers are more concerned with convictions than arrest records. It is possible to seal your... Read More
Question: Does a first time criminal offense show up on a background check for employment?
Answer: If someone does a background check that asks for misdemeanors and felony convictions, and you were convicted of a misdemeanor or a felony, then it will show up. You should consider filing for an expungement which has benefits when it comes to employment. Feel free to contact me at 818-336-1384 or through philhachelaw.com if... Read More
Question: Can my felony charge be expunged in Van Nuys court, CA?
Answers: It is possible to expunge some felony convictions. I have had expungements granted for my clients in the past, including on felony convictions. Feel free to contact me at 818-336-1384 if you would like to discuss in more detail. Phil Hache DUI & Criminal Defense Attorney www.philhachelaw.com Handling DUI and Criminal matters throughout Courts... Read More
Question: What is the statue of limitations to file on a second DUI in Van Nuys California? Is it a felony?
Question” The general filing time for a misdemeanor DUI is 1 year. If your first DUI was a misdemeanor, and there was no injury involved in your second DUI, this would be filed as a misdemeanor as well. Phil Hache DUI & Criminal Defense Attorney www.philhachelaw.com Handling DUI and Criminal matters throughout Courts in Southern... Read More