Legal Question in DUI Law in California

House arrest denial and jailtime

after being charged misdemeanor charges for possession of a controlled substance without prescription, possession of marijuana, evasion (2800.1), and dui, i was sentenced to two months home confinement. during my orientation for home confinement, i tested positive to cocaine. I have a problem, and during aa meetings have come to accept it. unfortunately, my family depends on me to work, and if i go to jail, i will lose my job. Is there any way for me to avoid jail time, and possibly seek help for my problem, rather than incarceration?


Asked on 1/03/08, 10:19 pm

3 Answers from Attorneys
Anne Marie Healy Law Offices of Anne Marie Healy

Re: House arrest denial and jailtime

You should get an attorney to try to negotiate on your behalf, but there's a good chance that it's too late, as you tested positive to cocaine.

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Answered on 1/04/08, 12:58 am
Terry A. Nelson Nelson & Lawless

Re: House arrest denial and jailtime

You'll have to try to get a second chance 'deal' from the DA and judge to avoid probation revocation and jail time. You'll probably need counsel to do so. That would tend to show to the court you're taking this seriously now. Feel free to contact me if serious about getting the legal help you'll need.

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Answered on 1/04/08, 12:38 pm
John Steele Steele Law Firm

Re: House arrest denial and jailtime

Obviously you need an attorney. But you also need to blame yourself if you do hurt your family. If you are really ready to get better, you will.

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Answered on 1/04/08, 1:15 pm


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