The maximum penalty for petty theft with no priors in CA is three years probation, six months in county jail, and a fine of $1000.
If the property in question was under $50, your attorney might be able to get the charge reduced to an "infraction", in which case there's a maximum fine of $250.
If this was shoplifting, the store may bring civil charges against you as well; since it's in the best interest of stores to discourage shoplifting, they'll usually try to extort several times the value of the merchandise out of you in exchange for not bringing a civil suit.
Violation of probation
The charge IS "Violation of a Restraining Order."
The charge cited in the question appears to be a violation of traffic code and is not, strictly speaking, a criminal violation. Therefore, although it will appear on your drivers record it will not appear on your criminal history record.
Yes. A person can receive a jail sentence for almost any criminal violation. Other factors can enter into the decision besides the crime that has ended in a conviction. The person's past criminal record (if any), their "attitude", and so forth.
The key elements of substantive criminal law are that the law has to be written, there has to be a set punishment for the violation, and there has to be a procedure on how to investigate and charge the offender for their violation of law.
No. Private people, regardless of age, cannot charge other people for criminal violations. Only the state can make criminal charges.
No. A DWAI charge is considered a traffic violation, not a crime.
A charge that was remanded to file may or may not show up on a criminal background check, as this can vary by jurisdiction and how the information is reported. It is best to consult with a legal professional to understand how this specific situation may impact a background check.
No. A restraining order is a civil proceeding between two individuals. A violation charge refers to a criminal prosecution. They may arise from the same course of events, but are not connected in the court system.
The length of time an ordinance violation for possession of marijuana stays on an individual's record depends on the specific laws of the jurisdiction where the violation occurred. In some places, ordinance violations may stay on a record indefinitely, while in others they may be expunged after a certain period of time or under specific circumstances. It is recommended to consult with a legal professional for guidance tailored to the specific situation.
Yes.
"Failure to Appear - No Contact" This is distinguished from FTA or FTA CON where the defendant called the court or probation officer and said there was a problem or otherwise inquired about the charge