Legal Question in Criminal Law in California

I was caught for stealing stuff worth $500. I was arrested and got out on bail for $10,000. I had 2 court dates and the result of the case is I got 2 years probation and 1 day server jail time. Since I got already arrested on the day I was caught, I have to serve 2 years probation. I am on H4 and I am a house wife. During my case period I started volunteering and also took the theft awareness class. This was suggested by the Criminal attorney which my husband hired for me. The question what I have is what is the impact of 2 years probation on my status in USA. Also if I want to go to India and come back, is there any possibility that I could be denied entry to USA. Please let me know ASAP. I have the next court date to decide whether I want to accept the 2 years probation or shall I go for trial.

Thanks in advance.


Asked on 8/03/09, 6:47 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
Brian McGinity McGinity Law Office

This is a very serious situation and you must act quickly. In your question you stated your husband hired a criminal defense attorney to represent you, so why are you asking this question online and not asking the attorney you hired to represent you? The bail amount of $10,000 and the value of the items you are accused of stealing suggest you are being charged with at least one felony. This can effect your entire life. The first thing you must do is decided if you have hired an attorney or not. If you hired an attorney then start explaining things to your attorney and stop wasting your time on the internet. If you did not hire an attorney, it is important for you to realize that you need to hire an attorney. If you can not afford an attorney then ask the court to appoint a public defender for you. Do not enter into any agreements without knowing what the consequences will be regarding your immigration status. Good Luck.

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Answered on 8/03/09, 9:24 pm


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