No, it would still have been robbery by force or fear. It might have ALSO been "bullying" per the school rules, but being at school would have done nothing to make the crime less serious. In fact, it could have been more serious as a result.
A public defender IS a lawyer. So, you had a lawyer. The fact that he saw a plea as the best avenue doesn't change that. And unless there was a real defense to cast doubt on whether you did in fact commit the offense alleged, you likely had little option but to plead guilty.Kid showed up and I at that point didn't want to move on with the case because I was just sick and tired of showing up to court just wanted this case to end, and so I just took the plea bargain. I did not have a lawyer and the public defender was not very helpful.
Not relevant now.Honestly this case never should have occurred in the first place. That kids's mother all she wanted was to talk to my mother.
Have you talked to an attorney about this? The offense is probably eligible for a dismissal (an expungement) pursuant to PC 1203.4. This would have a similar effect to having a juvenile record sealed and would allow you to answer, "no" to questions about prior convictions on most private employment applications.So what can I do now?
http://www.courtinfo.ca.gov/selfhelp...imlawclean.htm
Speak to an attorney who can help you in this matter.
- Carl

