Legal Question in Criminal Law in California

Free legal question: California Criminal Law; convicted of a felony back in june 1995, sentenced and the judge gave me a direct order of restitution and court fine. $10,000. However, the victim's written statement for the court stated in part: "I am not requesting financial assistance or reimbursement for my expenses. I have been able to satisfy all my obligations." 15yrs. later the State Franchise Tax Board wants to collect on that fine/restitution. They plan to attach my wages, liens on property, etc. Can this be resolved back in my sentencing court or am I obligated to pay??? Thanks, Jack


Asked on 9/18/10, 8:48 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys

Edward Hoffman Law Offices of Edward A. Hoffman

You probably have to pay. You could have challenged the order by appealing it in 1995; now it is too late. In principle you might still be able to challenge it by a habeas corpus petition, but nothing you have written suggests that a habeas petition would succeed.

Sorry I can't be more encouraging.

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Answered on 9/23/10, 8:55 pm


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