DWOL Misdemeanor Charge

[piolo]

My question involves a driver's license issued by the State of: Ca

I got misdemeanor DWOL VC 12500a. I was driving with out-of-state license for 2 months since moving here.The cop told me that I have should get my Ca license within 10 days from the date of my residency. On top of the DWOL, i was written for illegal u-turn.
What is the penalty for that and what is the worse thing gana happen?And what should I do?

[That Guy]

What is the penalty for that

The fine amount for a misdemeanor 12500(a) is approximately $430. I have seen judges order fines as high as $700.

Typically, a 12500(a) is charged as an infraction (as opposed to a misdemeanor). If that happens in your case, then the fine amount should be approximately $353.

You might be able to get the charge dismissed if you (at least) begin the process to get your California DL...

And what should I do?

First and foremost, if you still reside in California, you should go get your California license. Take that with you to court (or at least show proof that you started the process) and there is a pretty good chance that you will still pay a fine but it is also possible that the judge may dismiss the DWOL violation and only order you to pay a $25 administrative fee.

As for the U-Turn violation, the fine for that should be approximately $211. Additionally, if you are found guilty, 1 violation point will be added to your driving record (and it will stay on there for 3 years from the violation date). If you haven't attended traffic school, then you should be able to pay the fine, pay the court traffic school administrative fee (ranges between $49 to $69) and get it dismissed.

[piolo]

i just got my temporary license.i will just wait for the mail for the original.
thank you....

[That Guy]

i just got my temporary license.

Actually, the temp should work just as well. (That's what I meant by "at least get the process started").

thank you....

No problem... Please come back and let us know how it all turned out.

[piolo]

Actually, the temp should work just as well. (That's what I meant by "at least get the process started").


No problem... Please come back and let us know how it all turned out.

i have another question...
when i get to the judge or to the court,do i have to pleade guilty or not guilty?I dont want to get a misdemeanor on my record.

i got my license already...

[That Guy]

i have another question...
when i get to the judge or to the court,do i have to pleade guilty or not guilty?I dont want to get a misdemeanor on my record.

i got my license already...

When you get to court, and when your case is called, you would go up with your license in hand, show it to the bailiff and he will read it to the judge. Your DWOL should be dismissed (without you entering a plea) but you will have to pay a $25 administrative fee. As for the illegal U-Turn violation, if you plead guilty to that, then the fine should be approximately $331.