Civil Recovery Demand Letters under 490.5
Civil Recovery Demand Letters Some people are surprised to learn that California has a “Civil Recovery” statue on the books for shoplifting or petty theft cases, section PC §490.5(b). California Penal Code section 490.5(b) provides that retailers can recover between $50 and $500 dollars from an individual accused of shoplifting even in the […]
Penal Code 1203.4 – Top 3 Reasons to Get Your Record Expunged
Why Should I Get My Record Expunged Under Penal Code 1203.4? California Penal Code 12o3.4 provides you an opportunity to get your record expunged. A California “expungement” is really a misnomer because to “expunge” means to wipe out or erase. Under Penal Code 1203.4 your record is not erased, but it is cleaned up. A […]
How Many Points Is a DUI in California?
Guest Post By Christopher J McCann on How Many Points Is a DUI in California California Department of Motor Vehicle utilizes what is known as point system to grade driving records. Every driver in CA starts with a clean record. Nonetheless, simple offenses like traffic ticket can affect your driving history. Incidents that will earn […]