Prop 47 Case Law Update
What is Prop 47? Prop 47 makes certain drug and property offenses under $950 a misdemeanor. Prop 47 Case Law Prop 47 was passed on… Read More »Prop 47 Case Law Update
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SCR 48: Resolution to Reform Felony Murder Rule
SCR 48 – Senate Concurrent Resolution SCR 48 is a senate concurrent resolution passed on September 22, 2017. It recognized the need for statutory reform… Read More »SCR 48: Resolution to Reform Felony Murder Rule
Withdraw a Plea
Withdraw a Plea Using Penal Code 1473 Penal Code 1473.7 allows a person no longer imprisoned to withdraw a plea. This is especially useful for… Read More »Withdraw a Plea
Proposition 57 Parole For Nonviolent Inmates
Proposition 57 Proposition 57, “The Public Safety and Rehabilitation Act of 2016,” allows parole consideration for people convicted of nonviolent felonies after they have completed… Read More »Proposition 57 Parole For Nonviolent Inmates
California Becomes A Sanctuary State
California Becomes A “Sanctuary State” On October 5, 2017, Governor Jerry Brown signed the California Values Act. The “sanctuary state” law aims to protect California’s… Read More »California Becomes A Sanctuary State
Proposition 47 Early Release From Prison
Proposition 47 – Reducing Charges Proposition 47 reduces the punishment for certain felony drug and property offense charges under $950 to a misdemeanor. It does… Read More »Proposition 47 Early Release From Prison
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