Legal Question in Criminal Law in California

Re: Misdemeanor 653M(b)

Well, given no prior history, it is not likely that you will end up in jail. If you cannot afford a private attorney, talk with a public defender to see if you can get the charges either dismissed, or reduced to an infraction of some sort. As an infraction, you pay a fine and have no conviction on your record. This all depends, of course, on the evidence against you.

Re: Misdemeanor 653M(b)

Thank you for your posted inquiry.

Prosecutors are becoming more aggressive with these types of cases, somewhat because of technology.

The minimum is a $100 contribution to the state victim's restitution fund, and typically probation and a 'no contact' order. The maximum includes 6 months jail time, and a $1,000 fine plus assessments, which can triple the fine.

With no criminal record, and conduct as you've described, you may be looking at the minimum, rather than the maximum. However, a criminal record, even with the minimum, can cause problems you may not be thinking of now, so I'd see a lawyer first, before you plead to anything.

I hope that this information helps, but if you have other questions, need more information, or feel that you need legal representation, please feel free to email me directly at [email protected]. I�m happy to help in any way that I can.

Re: Misdemeanor 653M(b)

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