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El Centro Residents, consider several factors when selecting a lawyer including their experience, expertise, and reputation. AV Rated Attorneys represent a distinguished group of lawyers who have received top ratings from their peers for their exceptional ethical standards and an A grade (4.5 or higher).

Jonathan L. Willis Attorney at Law

  • 427 West Main Street, El Centro, CA 92243

Law Office of Ryan D. Childers

  • 1450 Broadway St., Ste. 4, El Centro, CA 92243

Plourd and Breeze A Professional Corporation

  • 1005 State Street, El Centro, CA 92244-0099

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Ronald E. Serna

  • 1005 State St., El Centro, CA 92243

Kerckhoff Law APC

  • 640 State St., El Centro, CA 92243

Law Office of Jason C. Amavisca, Esq.

  • 1013 W. State St., El Centro, CA 92243-2860

Anderholt & Storey, A P.L.C.

  • 654 W. Main St., El Centro, CA 92243

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Edward Charles

  • 836 State St., El Centro, CA 92243

Carlos R. Acuña Attorney at Law

  • 527 S. 4th St., El Centro, CA 92243

Law Offices of Steven C. Honse

  • 825 W. Main St., El Centro, CA 92243

Law Office of Chris J. Kowalski

  • 825 W. Main St., El Centro, CA 92243

The Law Offices of Mark A. Bush

  • 726 Broadway, El Centro, CA 92243

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Commonly Asked Criminal Law Questions From Users Near You

This information is not legal advice and is not guaranteed to be correct, complete or up-to-date. It is provided for general informational purposes only. If you need legal advice you should consult a licensed attorney in your area.

Can you withdraw from the plea agreement and pursue a trial if a judge rejects the plea agreement?

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Answered by attorney Jared Christian Winter (Unclaimed Profile)
Criminal Law lawyer at Law Office of Jared C. Winter
I'm a little confused by your question. If the judge rejects the plea agreement, then you must withdraw your plea. Whether or not you proceed to trial is up to you. Your options are either go to trial, or enter into a plea agreement that is acceptable to the judge.
I'm a little confused by your question. If the judge rejects the plea agreement, then you must withdraw your plea. Whether or not you proceed to trial is up to you. Your options are either go to trial, or enter into a plea agreement that is acceptable to the judge.
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I missed a court date, does this mean I'm automatically going to jail?

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Answered by attorney Terry Alan Nelson (Unclaimed Profile)
Criminal Law lawyer at Nelson & Lawless
Not necessarily, but it does mean there is now an arrest warrant for you. Why are you asking us out here instead of your attorney?
Not necessarily, but it does mean there is now an arrest warrant for you. Why are you asking us out here instead of your attorney?

How do I clear my record?

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Answered by attorney Stephen Daniel Klarich (Unclaimed Profile)
Criminal Law lawyer at Wallin & Klarich, A Law Corporation
There is no California law that can purge the conviction. You cannot file an 851.8 because you entered a plea of no contest which is the same as guilt and as such, you would not be deemed "factually innocent". You can seek a motion to MODIFY your probation seeking early termination of probation. If granted, you can file a 1203.4 which is a Motion to Set Aside the conviction and have the case dismissed. Understand however that this will remain on your record.
There is no California law that can purge the conviction. You cannot file an 851.8 because you entered a plea of no contest which is the same as guilt and as such, you would not be deemed "factually innocent". You can seek a motion to MODIFY your probation seeking early termination of probation. If granted, you can file a 1203.4 which is a Motion to Set Aside the conviction and have the case dismissed. Understand however that this will remain on your record.
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