Legal Question in Criminal Law in California

Public Urination 7.110.010(A) FUMC

I received a 7.110.010(A) FUMC (urinating in public) ticket on 9/28/2008 in Fullerton, CA. I didn�t received notice in the mail to handle the citation & I received a warrant on Sat. 11/15/08 for failure to appear.

I debating hiring an attorney, but would rather not; especially, if not necessary. I have read a couple of posting & I also figured it best to resolve this ASAP. I would like to know my options.

- I�m not going to be arrested when I show up? I have a 10k bail & don�t have 10k�

- I don�t want an ugly citation on my record. I heard this is a misdemeanor, what are my options?

- It is debatable whether the cop actually saw me do it. I was getting in the vehicle when they shined the light over, my friend was still in the act. I think they just assumed.

- It might be best at this point to just pay the fine & be on my way. What are the options there?


Asked on 11/17/08, 1:24 pm

2 Answers from Attorneys
Michael Stone Law Offices of Michael B. Stone Toll Free 1-855-USE-MIKE

Re: Public Urination 7.110.010(A) FUMC

Your court date was written on the citation, no?

Probably you will not be jailed if you show up and handle things the right way (hint, hint). In this day and age even the most minor criminal conviction can make you unemployable for years if not forever, is that what you really want? What if you get to court and you find out the charge carries a requirement to register as a sex offender?

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Answered on 11/17/08, 1:38 pm
Ryan P. McClure The Law Offices of Ryan P. McClure

Re: Public Urination 7.110.010(A) FUMC

Take care of this matter ASAP. You should hire a lawyer if you have the money.

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Answered on 11/17/08, 7:55 pm


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