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No. CVB offenses do not include any felony offenses. Felony offenses are prosecuted separately by the United States Attorney’s Office...

CVB offenses are governed by 18 U.S.C. section 19. This statute specifically states that petty offenses include Class B misdemeanors, Class C misdemeanors, and infractions. We will also see Class A misdemeanors on the CVB docket. Here is a breakdown of the particulars for each type of citation: Class A Misdemeanors: The maximum sentence is one year of imprisonment; a fine of up to $100,000; a $25 special assessment; a $25 CVB processing fee; and up to one year of supervised release or 5 years […]..

The court will appoint an attorney to represent you only if the government is seeking either a jail sentence or a sentence that includes a term of probation. This will depend on the type of charge. For example, if you are arrested for a DUI, you likely be afforded court-appointed counsel. The reason for this is that DUI convictions will include no less than a sentence of probation. The Federal Public Defender’s Office is often appointed on petty theft, drug possession, and disturbing the peace […]..

If you intend to contest your charges, you must appear in California. If you are interested in resolving your case through a guilty plea, there is a provision under Rule 58(c)(2) of the Federal Rules of Criminal Procedure to allow transfer of your case for plea and sentencing...

As set forth in Rule 58 of the Federal Rules of Criminal Procedure, United States Magistrate Judges preside over CVB matters...

To reschedule a hearing at the U.S. Courthouse in Santa Barbara for citations issued at Vandenberg Air Force Base, Point Mugu, Port Hueneme, Los Padres National Forest, or Channel Island offenses, please call (213) 894-3787. To reschedule a hearing or arrange for a hearing date on a warrant or driver’s license hold in Riverside, Barstow, Fort Irwin, or Yucca Valley, call (951) 328-4455...

To schedule (or reschedule) a hearing on a warrant or driver license hold in Los Angeles, please call (213) 894-2353. To schedule (or reschedule) a hearing on a warrant or driver license hold in Santa Ana, call (714) 338-4754...

You can contact the Central Violations Bureau by calling 1-800-827-2982. Use option 4 to hear an automated recording with status of your ticket...

If you wish to pay the amount indicated on the violation notice, you can make a payment by credit or debit card on the CVB website. For additional information regarding CVB matters, you can call 1-800-827-2982...

Los Angeles County Cases: If you were cited at any of the federal buildings in downtown Los Angeles, or at any of the local federal properties (VA, Social Security), you will have to appear at the date specified at the Roybal Federal Building, located at 255 East Temple Street, Los Angeles, CA 90012, on the 3rd floor.  For directions to the Royal Federal Building and parking information, please visit the Court’s website here. Santa Barbara and Ventura County Cases: If you are cited for an offense […]..