reignman55
Junior Member
What is the name of your state (only U.S. law)? CALIFORNIA
Last night I had an incident in a parking lot. The parking lot was packed with everybody trying to get out after a graduation ceremony.
I was trying to get out of my stall, and some guy wasnt letting me out and flicked me off. I got out of my car, he got out of his car. We came face to face and were cussing at eachother.
I made the mistake of pushing him first and he punched me and we had a scuffle for about 10-15 seconds then we both just stopped.
I got in my car to leave but I noticed he was taking my license plate and calling the cops. And getting statements from all his friends that were there.
I quickly pulled over and waited for the police to come so I wouldnt be running away.
When the police came, I explained to them that it was my fault because I was the first one to get out of the car and I was the first one to push him. He had no injuries at all, I had a small cut on my chin.
They gave me a citation for assault and battery and my court date is in August.
I am 25 years old with no criminal record at all. I am graduating next year and really dont want a misdemeanor on my record for future jobs. I am really panicing and feeling depressed. I dont mind fines or community service or wahtever else, just the criminal record is really bothering me.
Can anybody give me any kind of advice?
I contact a lawyer in Newport Beach, he said he would charge about $3500. I dont really have that king of money, but if it will help me....Ill just pay it with my credit card and deal with it.
Once again, any advice will be very greatly appreciated.
Last night I had an incident in a parking lot. The parking lot was packed with everybody trying to get out after a graduation ceremony.
I was trying to get out of my stall, and some guy wasnt letting me out and flicked me off. I got out of my car, he got out of his car. We came face to face and were cussing at eachother.
I made the mistake of pushing him first and he punched me and we had a scuffle for about 10-15 seconds then we both just stopped.
I got in my car to leave but I noticed he was taking my license plate and calling the cops. And getting statements from all his friends that were there.
I quickly pulled over and waited for the police to come so I wouldnt be running away.
When the police came, I explained to them that it was my fault because I was the first one to get out of the car and I was the first one to push him. He had no injuries at all, I had a small cut on my chin.
They gave me a citation for assault and battery and my court date is in August.
I am 25 years old with no criminal record at all. I am graduating next year and really dont want a misdemeanor on my record for future jobs. I am really panicing and feeling depressed. I dont mind fines or community service or wahtever else, just the criminal record is really bothering me.
Can anybody give me any kind of advice?
I contact a lawyer in Newport Beach, he said he would charge about $3500. I dont really have that king of money, but if it will help me....Ill just pay it with my credit card and deal with it.
Once again, any advice will be very greatly appreciated.