Legal Question in Criminal Law in California

Jury trials and the vehicle code

I have been cited and released for driving with a suspended license and driving a vehicle,my friends, that did not have current registration. The so called suspended license was do to an unfounded allegation of owed child support. The child support services division has sent me a letter saying

that I am ''in compliance'' to the court and I have regained my license.

The OC DA has sent me a letter stating that I have to make a court appearance and plead to the charges.

My question is very basic. Can I plead not guilty and request a jury trial?


Asked on 11/19/07, 11:20 pm

2 Answers from Attorneys
Jacek W. Lentz Law Offices of Jacek W. Lentz

Re: Jury trials and the vehicle code

I suspect the letter you received simply states that you need to show up at arraignment and enter a plea. This does not mean plead guilty but enter a plea of guilty or not guilty so that the case can go forward and you can avoid having a bench warrant issued against you.

Unless you waive it, you have the right to a jury trial in all misdemeanor cases.

Hope this helps.

Jacek Lentz

Attorney At Law

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Answered on 11/20/07, 1:38 pm
Terry A. Nelson Nelson & Lawless

Re: Jury trials and the vehicle code

Sure, as long as you know what to do and how to do it in court. You have the right to represent yourself in this or any other criminal proceeding. I suggest that you'd have a better outcome likely with an attorney, who knows the system and what should be done. Feel free to contact me if you decide to get legal help.

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Answered on 11/20/07, 1:50 pm


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