Legal Question in DUI Law in California

I received a DUI 1 1/2 years ago and put on 3 yrs probation. I have completed all my DUI class and have got my license back. However, because of this DUI and Probation I cannot find a Job. I am in Sales and this DUI has effected my career. Is there anyway to get off probation early?


Asked on 9/01/10, 6:19 pm

2 Answers from Attorneys

Joshua Hale Hale Law Group

Yes. It is possible. Moreover it might be possible to get it off your record as well. Call me at your earliest covenience if you would like help. I handle these matters throughout the state.

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Answered on 9/06/10, 9:19 pm
Terry A. Nelson Nelson & Lawless

Yes, but probation is not what is causing your problem; the DUI itself is the issue. However, many felony and misdemeanor convictions [including your DUI] can sometimes be 'expunged' by proper application and Petition to the court, but only if there was no prison time served or even sentenced, if all terms of sentencing and probation [and at least one year of probation] are completed and finished, and if there are no new charges pending. If successful, the conviction would be retroactively withdrawn and the charges dismissed. That does not 'remove' the conviction, but merely changes the record to show 'conviction reversed and dismissed by expungement'. If expunged, you would be able to say 'no' to conviction on most private employment applications. However, the conviction is still a 'prior' for purposes of repeat offense, and must be disclosed on any application for government and professional licensing, bonding, security clearance, etc. The agency and employer then can decide whether you are barred from employment because of your conviction. If you�re serious about doing so, and you think you qualify, feel free to contact me for the legal help you'll need. .

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Answered on 9/07/10, 10:39 am


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