Tuesday, October 23, 2007

Misdemeanor Sentencing: Penalties and Consequences

If a defendant is convicted of a misdemeanor, either by a plea or a jury trial, the court can impose probation (informal) with or without jail time, community service, physical labor, counseling, restitution (paying the victim), fines ($200 to $2,000), and “stay-away” orders.

A conviction also results in the person having a permanent criminal record.

Stephen G. Rodriguez is an experienced Los Angeles Misdemeanor Attorney. If you have been charged with a Misdemeanor in Los Angeles, and need a criminal defense attorney, call Stephen G. Rodriguez at (213) 223-2173.

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