Felonies…Misdemeanors…I’m SO Confused!

Let’s set the record straight on the more punitive of the two.  In California a felony is a crime that carries a maximum sentence of more than one year in jail or prison.  The most severe penalty convictions in this state may even be punishable by death.  There may also be a fine of $10,000 assessed to any felony conviction.

Now, there is a possibility that a judge might sentence a felony offender to probation.  If someone is granted felony probation the offender will serve, at most, one year in county jail.  Furthermore, there is a “straight felony” which can be charged and sentenced only as a felony.  Or a “wobbler felony” which can be charged as a felony or a misdemeanor.

I don’t need to tell you that felony charges in the Big Bear State are very serious.  If you or a loved one has been charged with one in our state, please call me immediately.  I am San Jose criminal defense attorney William Chestnut.  Call me Bill, but call me!  We’ll arrange a consultation at my First Street office in San Jose.  That number is (408) 298-6990.

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Pardon Me…Please.

In polite society that seems fairly simple.  When you have been convicted of a major crime in the State of California that pardon takes on a whole new meaning.  If you have a felony conviction and since then you have had no further criminal charges or convictions, you may be eligible for a pardon from the governor.

Here are a few things you need to apply –

1.  First, determine if you are eligible.

2.  Obtain the proper application packet.

3.  Complete the application thoroughly.

4.  Hire an experienced criminal attorney to make sure it is all done right.

There is no getting around that last point.  This is WAY to important to take chances!  If you believe that you may successfully qualify for a pardon in California please call on the assistance of San Jose Criminal defense attorney William Chestnut.  He is imminently qualified to help you through the process.  Just call (408) 298-6990.