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Criminal Law
Case file on a counsel table in a California courtroom, representing a Penal Code 487 grand theft case
Grand theft in California is stealing property worth over $950 — or any car or firearm. Learn PC 487 penalties, Prop 36 enhancements, and the defenses that apply.
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Quiet empty living room representing a California Penal Code 273.5 domestic violence case
Penal Code 273.5 is California's corporal injury to a spouse law. Learn the penalties, what counts as a "traumatic condition," and the defenses that apply.
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Court document stamped DISMISSED, representing DUI expungement in California under PC 1203.4
Yes — you can get a DUI expunged in California under Penal Code § 1203.4 once you complete probation, as long as you did not serve time in state prison and have no pending criminal charges. Expungement dismisses the conviction and lets you legally state, on most private job applications, that you were not convicted...
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Retail anti-theft security gates at a California store exit, illustrating shoplifting charges under Prop 36
Under California's Prop 36, shoplifting can be a felony if you have prior theft convictions. Learn how repeat theft is charged in Orange County and your defenses.
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Alcoholic beverage, car keys, and a judge's gavel to denote legalities of drinking and driving
After a DUI arrest in California, you have 10 calendar days to request a DMV hearing — or your driver’s license is automatically suspended, regardless of what happens in your criminal case. This hearing, called an Administrative Per Se (APS) hearing, is a separate proceeding that decides one thing only: whether you keep your license....
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Learn how to get a criminal record expunged in California under PC 1203.4. Eligibility, process, and what to expect in Orange County. Law Office of Anthony J. Nuñes.
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Person being handcuffed for domestic violence in Orange County
Domestic violence charges can be dropped or dismissed in California — but only the prosecutor has that power, not the alleged victim. This guide explains who controls the outcome, the most common paths to dismissal, and what to do (and avoid) if you want your charges dropped in Orange County.
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A domestic violence arrest in Orange County triggers an emergency protective order, criminal charges, and a 48-hour arraignment deadline. This guide covers the arrest process, common charges under California Penal Code, collateral consequences for custody and immigration, and what to do before your first court appearance.
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Immigration and criminal legal files on a Santa Ana attorney's desk.
Even a misdemeanor in California can carry immigration consequences including deportation. Learn which charges put your status at risk and why having one attorney for both criminal defense and immigration matters.
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Arrested for DUI in Orange County? Learn what happens after a DUI arrest in California — the booking process, DMV deadline, court case, and your rights.
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