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Can I get an extension on my DUI?

Asked on Nov 01st, 2012 on DUI/DWI - California
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I have paid for everything and completed everything except the classes, which I am currently in the middle of. This is my first offense and I am taking the diversion program. Will I be able to get an extension?
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Leonard A. Kaanta
It depends on your probation officer.
Answered on Jun 13th, 2013 at 1:27 AM

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Criminal Defense Attorney serving Alhambra, CA at Francis John Cowhig
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If you were represented by an attorney, you should be contacting him/her for their advice. Depending on the jurisdiction and the judge (some judges are tougher than others), a judge "should" grant you an extension provided you can show that you are trying to complete everything on time and not fluffing it off and not taking it seriously.
Answered on Nov 02nd, 2012 at 1:56 AM

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You should show up at the court clerks? office about a week before your court date and request a continuance. The clerk can give you a 60 day continuance if you have not had one before this time.
Answered on Nov 01st, 2012 at 4:47 PM

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Criminal Defense Attorney serving Tustin, CA
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Your lawyer can ask the judge for an extension of time to permit you to complete the classes. However, you will have to have a "good excuse" for not finishing the program in a timely manner. Valid excuses include you are working long hours and are supporting your family or you have had a medical illness or something similar.
Answered on Nov 01st, 2012 at 2:14 PM

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Criminal Law Attorney serving Boulder, CO
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Usually they will give you an extension the sooner you ask the better chance.
Answered on Nov 01st, 2012 at 2:14 PM

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Michael J. Breczinski
I should hope so. You should go to court with proof of attendance and proof that you have done everything else. Be polite and the judge will probably give you the extension.
Answered on Nov 01st, 2012 at 2:14 PM

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You should have a lawyer go to court prior to the deadline to talk to the Judge. That is your best chance.
Answered on Nov 01st, 2012 at 2:13 PM

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