Legal Question in Criminal Law in California

I've been arrested for a MIP of alcohol in CA. I am currently 16. I've been arrested for shoplifting, in either 2010 or 2011, and believe I was put into some type of diversion program. I am planning on pleading guilty at my arraignment and am inquiring as to how I would go about entering a diversion/DEJ program (if possible). If not, what are some options/possible outcomes?


Asked on 7/15/15, 11:25 am

2 Answers from Attorneys
Lyle Johnson Bedi and Johnson Attorneys at Law

You should have an attorney or public defender assist you in this matter. Once you plead guilty you have no bargaining power.

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Answered on 7/15/15, 11:59 am
Edward Hoffman Law Offices of Edward A. Hoffman

Get a lawyer before you enter a plea. The court will appoint one for you if you and your family can't afford one. It's rarely a good idea to plead guilty at the arraignment. And you may not fully grasp how a guilty plea would affect you later on. You need competent advice before you act.

Good luck.

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Answered on 7/15/15, 4:03 pm


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