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When Probation Conditions Go Too Far: California Court Protects Rights While Upholding Public Safety

July 16, 2025

Criminal Charges, Criminal Conviction, Criminal Defense, Probation

Paul Wallin

When Probation Conditions Go Too Far: California Court Protects Rights While Upholding Public Safety At Wallin & Klarich, we understand that even after a conviction, the rights of individuals must still be respected. A recent California Court of Appeal decision involving Daniel Bray illustrates how courts balance public safety with constitutional protections—and why having experienced […]

Can You Be Banned from All Social Media as a Condition of Probation? The Court Says YES

June 25, 2025

Criminal Charges, Criminal Defense, Probation, Probation Violation

Paul Wallin

Can You Be Banned from All Social Media as a Condition of Probation? The Court Says YES At Wallin & Klarich, we’re often asked: Can the court really ban me from using all social media while I’m on probation or supervision? A recent California case answers that question clearly: Yes—if social media played a role […]

The Effect of Active Probation on Petitions for Sealing Juvenile Records - Welfare and Institutions Code Section 786

September 23, 2024

Criminal Charges, Criminal Conviction, Criminal Defense, Juvenile Crime, Probation

Paul Wallin

The Effect of Active Probation on Petitions for Sealing Juvenile Records - Welfare and Institutions Code Section 786 Facing accusations and navigating the intricate legal system can be incredibly daunting, especially for juveniles. If you or a loved one has encountered the juvenile justice system, you might be aware of the importance of having your […]

People v. Faial (2022): Amended Law Shortens Probation Period

March 29, 2022

Probation

Paul Wallin

People v. Faial (2022): Amended Law Shortens Probation Period The California Court of Appeals reviewed the issue of whether Assembly Bill 1950, which generally limits probation terms to two years, does not apply to prior sentences when the trial court's termination of a defendant's probation occurred before the bill’s effective date, in People v. Faial. […]

IF YOU ARE CURRENTLY ON PROBATION NEW LAW MAY ALLOW YOU TO SHORTEN OR GET OFF OR PROBATION NOW

May 19, 2021

Criminal Defense, Probation

Paul Wallin

Wallin & Klarich Orange County Attorney Probation

IF YOU ARE CURRENTLY ON PROBATION A NEW LAW MAY ALLOW YOU TO SHORTEN OR GET OFF OR PROBATION NOW A new law went into effect on September 30th, 2020. Assembly Bill 1950 which amended Penal Code section 1203.1(a) which now states the maximum amount of time a person convicted of a felony can […]

UPCOMING CHANGES TO PROBATION IN CALIFORNIA

December 29, 2020

Criminal Defense, Probation

Paul Wallin

Wallin & Klarich Criminal Defense Attorney Orange County Probation Changes California AB 1950

UPCOMING CHANGES TO PROBATION IN CALIFORNIA 2021 will bring about many changes much needed changes to our criminal justice system. One of these changes is California Assembly Bill 1950 [AB 1950]. AB 1950 changes the existing law to set the maximum term of probation for most misdemeanor cases to one year and the maximum term […]

California Court of Appeals Finds that Requiring Probationer to Surrender Electronic Devices to Search at Any Time was Burdensome and Intrusive

May 12, 2020

Probation, Probation Violation

Paul Wallin

California Court of Appeals Finds that Requiring Probationer to Surrender Electronic Devices to Search at Any Time was Burdensome and Intrusive Probation Restrictions Many people might be surprised to know that a judge cannot simply impose any restriction or condition simply because they are on probation. Probation is a condition placed on a defendant following […]

Your Good Conduct in Custody Can Now Satisfy “Honest and Upright Life” Requirement for Expungements [Penal Code section 1203.4a(a)]

April 29, 2020

Expungement, Probation

Paul Wallin

Your Good Conduct in Custody Can Now Satisfy “Honest and Upright Life” Requirement for Expungements [Penal Code section 1203.4a(a)] Does a criminal defendant’s subsequent good conduct while serving in custody time count as rehabilitation for expungement purposes per Penal Code section 1203.4a(a)? That’s precisely the question the California Supreme Court sought to answer in their […]

New Notice Requirements if You Wish to Terminate Probation Early

April 13, 2020

Appeals, Parole, Probation, Probation Violation, Progress Review Hearing

Paul Wallin

New Notice Requirements if You Wish to Terminate Probation Early Courts have the authority to terminate probation early. That is, if you were placed on probation for 36 months, you have the ability to ask the court to reduce that time period and the court, if it is convinced there is a good reason to […]

A Change in the Law Makes Probation Life a Little Easier

April 10, 2020

Appeals, Parole, Probation, Probation Violation, Progress Review Hearing

Paul Wallin

A Change in the Law Makes Probation Life a Little Easier Court Fines & Probation Violation A change to California’s laws in 2020 regarding probation has just made life under probation a little less stressful. Failure to pay court-ordered fines, fees, or assessments used to mean that you automatically would have your probation revoked, and that […]

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