PC 4900: Payment for Wrongly Convicted Persons in Riverside
PC 4900: Payment for Wrongly Convicted Persons in Riverside
Recently, two men who served 17 years in prison were released after they were found to be wrongly convicted of attempted murder. Under California law, the state is now required to pay them each about $900,000 for the time they spent behind bars. If you or a loved one has been wrongly convicted of a crime, you may be entitled to compensation. Contact our attorneys at Wallin & Klarich as…
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Fresh Start Act Makes Expungement Easier in Riverside
Beginning on January 1, 2023, Senator Scott Wiener’s Senate Bill 1106 was signed into law. SB 1106, otherwise known as the Fresh Start Act, helps individuals clear their criminal records by removing outstanding restitution and restitution fines as a barrier to expungement. Continue reading to see if you may be eligible for expungement under this new law, and contact our attorneys at Wallin & Klarich to see how we can…
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How Does Bail Work in Riverside?
If your loved one is facing jail time in Riverside, you may feel hopeless and confused. Fortunately, however, your loved one may be able to await trial from the comfort of home rather than a jail cell. Although the legal system is complex, a skilled attorney can help you navigate the process. Below, our experienced criminal defense attorneys explain how bail works and how you may be able to get…
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You May Be Eligible to Seal Your Criminal Records in Riverside
What Is Expungement? Expungement is the legal process by which a record of your criminal conviction is destroyed or sealed. If your attorney successfully files for an expungement of your conviction, you can withdraw your guilty or no contest plea, and you will no longer face the negative consequences stemming from your prior conviction. This means that you are no longer required to disclose your conviction when applying for employment,…
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500 Inmates May be Eligible for Early Parole in Riverside County
As Riverside County surpassed the 20,000 total coronavirus cases milestone in July, there were still countless Californians sitting in custody who could be at risk of contracting the COVID-19 virus. According to the California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation, there are roughly 2,300 active virus cases within the prison system, populated by about 113,000 inmates. On July 10th, 2020, Wallin & Klarich Criminal Defense Attorneys reported that California Governor Gavin…
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Riverside County Law Firm Will Offer Virtual Consultations Throughout the Duration of the COVID-19 Pandemic
Riverside County Law Firm Will Offer Virtual Consultations Throughout the Duration of the COVID-19 Pandemic [RIVERSIDE, CA]: The offices of Wallin & Klarich will remain open to assist clients and potential new clients during the COVID-19 Coronavirus pandemic, in accordance with Mandated Safety Guidelines by the World Health Organization. To better serve our clients, Wallin & Klarich is now offering virtual consultations to encourage social distancing. For your safety and…
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Lack of Judges in Riverside Could Help Your Case Get Dismissed
Lack of Judges in Riverside Could Help Your Case Get Dismissed The significant increase in Riverside County’s population could have some unexpected consequences in many criminal cases. In the past 40+ years, Riverside has seen its population more than double. Despite this increase, the county continues to experience a lack of judges to properly serve this population. Although the county has expressed a need for 116 judicial positions, it only has…
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Criminal Defense Firm Supports Riverside County Office of Education Foundation
Criminal Defense Firm Supports Riverside County Office of Education Foundation Riverside Office of Wallin & Klarich Legal Firm Partners with Community Leaders to Help Disadvantaged Students Go to College [RIVERSIDE, CA]: Wallin & Klarich, A Law Corporation, is committed and actively involved within the communities we represent. In August 2019, the Riverside - Wallin & Klarich office partnered with the Riverside County Office of Education to support the Riverside County…
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