Burbank Criminal Attorneys
Posted By Gregory Caplan on Jan 26, 2011 9:16am PST
Hundreds of cases are filed each month at the Burbank Criminal Courthouse. Charges range from infraction violations, such as traffic tickets (speeding, unsafe turn, etc) to misdemeanor and felony charges. So, what should someone do if they have been charged with a violation in the Burbank Criminal Court?
It is never wise to handle a criminal case yourself. If you have been accused of any violation, it is important to speak with Burbank Criminal Attorneys to determine your best options. Even a violation as minor as a traffic ticket can impact a person in a substantial way. A few examples of this scenario are as follows:
An infraction violation conviction related to Possession of an Open Container of Alcohol or Less than An Ounce Of Marijuana can result in the suspension of a person's driving privilege in some cases (typically for persons under 21 years of age).
Another example is when a person receives a traffic ticket for a moving violation when that person already has negative history on their driving record. A conviction in this situation may result in substantial action from DMV, such as a suspended driver's license.
If you have a misdemeanor or felony charge at the Burbank Criminal Court, you need representation, and should consult with Burbank Criminal Attorneys. Typically, a misdemeanor or felony charge can be punished with a range of penalties, including jail. Thus, if you represent yourself on a misdemeanor or felony case without understanding the consequences, you may find yourself in a position where you are ordered to serve custody, when effective legal representation could have avoided this consequence. Therefore, in-court representation is critical in any misdemeanor or felony case.
You can read more about Burbank Criminal Court on our Burbank Court webpage.