Proposition 36, also known as the Substance Abuse and Crime Prevention Act, was passed in November 2000 by 61 percent of voters. The proposition allowed treatment of first-time and second-time nonviolent simple drug possession offenders a chance to receive drug abuse treatment in lieu of prison time.

The treatment may be community-based drug programs, which may include outpatient treatment, halfway house treatment, narcotic replacement therapy, drug education or prevention courses, or limited inpatient or residential treatment. We can assist you in securing the best program to avoid a criminal conviction on your record.

Deferred Entry of Judgment (Penal Code Section 1000)
Penal Code Section 1000 allows a person to get relief from certain limited drug and alcohol offenses. The policy in California is that certain drug and alcohol offenders should not serve jail time. A person charged with one of these offenses must enter a guilty plea that the court does not enter as a judgment of conviction.

After the completion of a designated drug program and drug-free behavior, and a payment of a small fee for court costs, the court enters a judgment of dismissal.

In our experience, many defendants don't take proper advantage of PC 1000. But it does require that a person be completely drug free until the court dismisses the case. We can help you determine whether you qualify for PC 1000 or Proposition 136 and which program will be better suited for your needs.

Trust us to fight on your behalf. Campbell & Jayne LLP are experienced professionals who want to represent you. We are San Francisco's premier criminal defense firm committed to providing each client with personalized and outstanding representation. We have experience representing clients both in California courts and federal court.

As former prosecutors, we bring extensive trial experience and a unique insight into the courtroom. Our backgrounds give our clients a great advantage as we work to strategize his or her defense.

We represent individuals in all criminal cases in the Bay Area including San Francisco, Alameda, Contra Costa, San Mateo, Santa Clara, Santa Cruz, Marin, Sonoma, Napa and Solano counties. If you are being investigated for or have been charged with substance abuse, contact us today to represent you.

Related Links :
Proposition 36 (PDF, Full Text)
Prop36.org
Guide To Ballot Issues
Campaign For New Drug Policies
California Health and Safety Code
California Drug Courts
San Francisco DEA
U.S. DEA

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