Re: Alcohol consumption in public misdemeanor, in California
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Quoting Downey81
So since this is a small city (Downey), there is only a judge in the court, right?
Judge, bailiff, clerk, maybe a stenographer, a couple dozen other people awaiting their arraignments, etc.
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Details? Like why I had the alcohol? Do I just say what I said to the officer, that it was brought from home ?
If he asks, you answer truthfully. Chances are he won't ask for any details ... but he might.
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I mean most likely the judge would assume it was brought from my home since I'm of legal age, therefore making it possible for the judge to charge me with providing alcohol for minors, is that correct?
But you were not CHARGED with that offense. Heck, if you admitted to murder he couldn't convict you of that, either - he'd have to wait for the investigation and the charges to be brought before him. He will be there to adjudicate the muni code violation and that is it.
You're stressing an awful lot over something slightly less serious than rolling through a stop sign. If this is giving you that much heartache, consult an attorney prior to court. However, since one will not be appointed for you, you will either need to look for a free consultation or pay for a retainer out of your pocket. Although a $500 retainer for a $100 violation would seem overkill to me. But, if it gives you piece of mind, then go for it.
- Carl
Re: Alcohol consumption in public misdemeanor, in California
I know. I am this way with everything! It is only because I have never been through this before, but I plan on calling the court house and talking to someone on Tuesday about this (I found the number).
Thank you for answering ALL my questions. If I have more, I hope you are not to frustrated with me to answer them (SORRY by the way).
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Re: Alcohol consumption in public misdemeanor, in California
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Quoting Downey81
I know. I am this way with everything! It is only because I have never been through this before, but I plan on calling the court house and talking to someone on Tuesday about this (I found the number).
Staff at the courthouse will give you very limited information. They are forbidden to give you any interpretations or possible outcomes. They can provide you with publications, references, or other items to aid in your own research, but they won't be able to answer the questions you've asked here.
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Thank you for answering ALL my questions. If I have more, I hope you are not to frustrated with me to answer them (SORRY by the way).
I'll certainly try. And, no, I'm not too frustrated.
- Carl