This article is published on my Linkedin profile relating to “misinformation” promulgated under Penal Code section 1000.4 that indicates that “successful completion of deferred entry of judgment shall not be used in any way that could result in a denial of employment, benefit, license, or certificate.” We know that non-citizen defendants may suffer severe immigration consequences despite the advice under Penal Code section 1000.4. We also know that defendants who hold professional licenses or state licenses in other jurisdictions are likely to suffer an impact despite 1000.4’s promise of immunity from collateral consequences. Here’s what can be done:
In case you missed this: new relief for PC 1000 drug possession
Domenic Lombardo
Latest posts by Domenic Lombardo (see all)
- Grand Theft in California - December 7, 2019
- California Holiday DUI Checkpoints: Understanding the Basics - November 27, 2019
- Do I Need An Attorney Before I Am Actually Charged with a Crime? - November 5, 2019