As an out of stater, I was at a loss as to whom to turn to for legal assistance in the state of California. A close friend, with first hand knowledge of Grant Bettencourt's legal expertise and discretion, referred me to him. Mr. Bettencourt promptly addressed my legal issues and brought them to a successful conclusion.
The entire process was seamless. His dedication, expertise, thoroughness and interpersonal skills made all the difference. He put me at my ease as soon as he took charge. I recently contacted Grant to help my family deal with a legal issue. I found Grant to be very knowledgeable about the law, and he was also frank and honest with me about our situation which I really appreciated.
The entire process was seamless. His dedication, expertise, thoroughness and interpersonal skills made all the difference. He put me at my ease as soon as he took charge. I recently contacted Grant to help my family deal with a legal issue. I found Grant to be very knowledgeable about the law, and he was also frank and honest with me about our situation which I really appreciated.
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Meet Grant
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Grant Bettencourt discovered his passion for the criminal justice system while completing his undergraduate degree at the University of Oregon, ultimately authoring his senior thesis on the application of the death penalty in the American criminal justice system. After graduating from University of Oregon with honors, Grant continued to pursue his passion for the law at Chapman University School of Law.
Criminal Defense
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If you have been arrested or are under investigation for a criminal offense in California, you should call Grant Bettencourt right now at (925) 788-7178, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. California criminal defense attorney, Grant Bettencourt, handles misdemeanor, felony, DUI and juvenile criminal cases in the State of California.
Domestic Violence
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California Penal Code Section 243(e)(1) makes it illegal to use violence or force against your "intimate partner." An "intimate partner" can be your current or former spouse or dating partner. Domestic battery is charged as a misdemeanor. If convicted, you may face up to a year in county jail, a $2,000 fine or other monetary penalties, along with probation, which may require completion of a court ordered batterer's program.
Theft
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California Penal Code Section 487 covers the theft of property valued over $950, as well as the theft of firearms and automobiles. Grand theft can be charged as either a misdemeanor or a felony. If convicted with a misdemeanor, a person may face up to 1 year in county jail and a $1,000 fine. If charged with a felony and convicted, a person may face up to 3 years in California state prison as well as a $10,000 fine.
Dui
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California's drunk driving laws are very similar to the statutes in other states. A blood alcohol level of.08 or above is necessary to trigger a drunk driving arrest in those over the legal drinking age. According to California law, there are two types of drunken driving offenses: DUI and DWI. The section of the penal code that makes it illegal to drive with a blood alcohol level over this limit deals with DWI offenses.
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