3 Strikes

In these cases the focus is on your prior record and what kinds of convictions you have suffered in your past. Your counsel must know the law in this area and how it applies to your present case. After California passed the 3 strike law, many changes have occurred. Two major changes are that judges can remove strikes from consideration at sentencing, but more offenses can now be charged as strikes. The key thing to remember is that with one prior on your record, you can face mandatory prison with the current sentence time doubled. If you have two prior convictions or more, you can face a minimum of 25 years to life for each current charge.

Because of the damage a conviction under the 3 strikes law can cause, you should seek out competent counsel in this area. Ask the questions and do your homework. KJS & Associates has had many years of experience in this area since the law was passed; we understand you need counsel experienced with these cases to prevail successfully. Ask us about People v Allen and People v Basped.