Criminal Convictions Non-Citizens Should Be Aware Of
There are two main types of crimes to look out for because of the severe impact on a non-citizen’s ability to remain in the United States. 1. Crimes of Moral Turpitude The following types of crimes have been held to involve moral turpitude: *crimes in which either an intent to defraud or an intent to […]
How do I erase a criminal conviction in California?
POST CONVICTION RELIEF: “Motion to Withdraw/Vacate Plea” based on trial courts failure to advise a non-citizen defendant of immigration consequences Many people who are non-citizens are not aware that there are severe immigration consequences that result from entering a guilty plea to a number of criminal offenses and later seek post-conviction relief to “erase” their […]
Do Traffic Cops Have a Quota?
This is one of the classic debates of traffic court. Here’s what the law has to say on the issue in California. According to California Vehicle Code Section 41602, “No state or local agency employing peace officer or parking enforcement of this code or any local ordinance adopted pursuant to this code, may establish any […]
Pitfalls of Pro Per (Self) Representation
When facing a criminal matter, you have three options of representation. You can go Pro Per (self representation), hire a private attorney or request that the public defender represent you. When your freedom is at stake, misdemeanors and felonies have potential jail time attached, it is extremely important that you make smart decisions. In addition, […]
Should I pay GC Services?
Every day I have people tell me that they got a price from GC Services (the collections agency for traffic cases in LA County) to buy back their license. If you learn anything from reading this blog, please learn that the collection agency does not have the power to give you a driver’s license at […]
