Attorney Bombshell: Not All Felonies Mean Prison Time
Not every felony conviction means state prison, explains Oakland criminal defense attorney Andrew Dósa. Under California Penal Code 1170, some felony terms can be served locally rather than in state prison, and a felony can even carry probation. He recounts a client facing a four-year deal who, with credits, ended up on probation instead of continued custody.
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Answered by Andrew Dósa · Oakland, CA
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Does a felony conviction always mean prison?
No. Under California Penal Code 1170, some felony terms can be served locally rather than in state prison, and a felony can even carry probation.
Can credits change a felony outcome?
Yes—he recounts a client facing a four-year deal who, with credits, ended up on probation instead of continued custody.
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