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Thank you for the suggestions. If I want to get an attorney to help me, when should I begin to contact the attorney? Now or after I receive the courtesy of notice?
Another questions is will I know the penalties on the courtesy of notice for the violation of 22348(b)? Or I will only know the penalties after I appear in court? It seems like the violation of 22348(b) requires mandatory appearance. If the courtesy of notice contains the penalties, I think I can see the penalties first, and then to decide whether to get an attorney.
Is it a minor traffic violation or a major traffic violation? Will it affect my future job search or career, ect? Thank you very much!
For all intents and purposes, the courtesy notice is meaningless as far as this is concerned. No it will not ell you what the penalties will be, in fact, you may not know what the penalties will be until you are sentenced. For the maximum penalties, you can read the cod section HERE. Just keep in mind that the fines described in the code are the BASE fine. Whereas the amount you will end up paying includes additional penalties and assessments (for a total of approximately 4 times the base fine).

This is not as serious as a DUI or reckless driving but it certainly is not a minor traffic infraction. I don't know what job you wuld be looking for or what career are you pursuing! It appears that this will be reported on your driving record for 10 years fro the date it is abstracted by the court. (LINK, look under third paragraph under "Abstract Of Convictions" Heading)