Legal Question in Criminal Law in California

I wrote mine and my friend's initials on the sidewalk, and this lady saw me and called the police. the whole thing i wrote it only maybe 2 inches by five inches. the police didnt arrest me, but i have a court date. i dont have any previous criminal history and im 15 years old. what will my fine be or will i just get community service?


Asked on 12/08/10, 11:42 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
Terry A. Nelson Nelson & Lawless

You were 'arrested', just not formally booked. Depending upon what charges were filed, you face potential jail time, fines, etc. Effective plea bargaining, using whatever defenses and sympathies you may have, could possibly keep you out of jail/prison, or at least dramatically reduce it, depending upon all the facts and evidence. Not exactly a do it yourself project in court for someone who does not know how to effectively represent himself against a professional prosecutor intending to convict you.

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Answered on 12/14/10, 11:58 am


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