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Imperial — Local Rules July 2026

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Imperial — Local Rules July 2026 · 2026-09-26 edition · updated 2026-09-28 · Imperial County

DEFENDANT: CASE NUMBER:

CONSEQUENCES OF PLEA OF GUILTY OR NO CONTEST

  1. Imposition of Upper Term – CRC 4.421 Factors in Aggravation Pursuant to 1170.1(d)(2) the upper term sentence may only be imposed when there are circumstances in aggravation that justify the imposition of a term of imprisonment exceeding the middle term and the facts underlying those circumstances have been stipulated to by the defendant or found true beyond a reasonable doubt at trial by the trier of fact. Understanding my rights as to the imposition of the upper term, I now give up this right and agree to admit the following aggravating factors: o CRC Rule 4.421_______
    o CRC Rule 4.421_______
    o CRC Rule 4.421______

8a. I understand that installation of an ignition interlock device (IID) on a vehicle does not allow a person to drive without a valid driver’s license. VC 23575(c)

8b. I understand that I may receive this maximum punishment as a result of my plea: ______ years imprisonment or imprisonment plus a term of mandatory supervision; $ ___________ fine; and ______ years parole or post-release community supervision, with return to custody for every violation of a condition thereof. If I am not sentenced to imprisonment, I may be granted probation for a period up to 5 years or the maximum term of imprisonment, whichever is greater. As conditions of probation I may be given up to a year in jail custody, plus the fine, and any other conditions deemed reasonable by the Court. I understand that if I violate any condition of probation I can be sentenced to imprisonment for the maximum term as stated above.

8c. I understand that I must pay a restitution fine ($300 - $10,000), that I will also be subject to a suspended fine in the same amount, and that I must pay full restitution to all victims.

8d. I understand that my conviction in this case will be a serious/violent felony (“strike”) resulting in mandatory denial of probation, substantially increased penalties, and a term in State Prison in any future felony case. 8e. IMMIGRATION CONSEQUENCES: (1) I understand that if I am not a U.S. citizen, this plea of Guilty/No Contest may, and for certain offenses will (see page 4), have the consequences of removal/deportation, exclusion from admission to the United States, and/or denial of naturalization and citizenship pursuant to the laws of the U.S.; (2) I understand I have the right to request additional time to consider my plea in light of this advisement; (3) I have, in fact, discussed my immigration status with my attorney and have had sufficient time to consider and discuss the immigration consequences of my plea with him/her or an immigration attorney. Despite any pertinent immigration consequences, I choose to proceed with the plea as outlined herein.

8f. I understand that my plea of Guilty or No Contest in this case could result in revocation of my probation, mandatory supervision, parole or post-release supervision in other cases, and consecutive sentences.

8g. My attorney has explained to me that other possible consequences of this plea may be: (Circle applicable consequences.) (1) Consecutive sentences (8) Restitution, Attorney’s fees, (17) Reduced conduct/work credits (2) Loss of driving privileges Probation fees a. Limited local credits (3) Lifetime registration as an arson (9) Prison prior (290/serious/prior) / sex offender (10) Mandatory imprisonment b. Violent Felony (No credit or (4) Registration as a narcotic / gang (11) Mandatory State Prison max. 15%) offender (12) Presumptive imprisonment c. Prior Strike(s) (No credit to (5) Cannot possess firearms or (13) Presumptive State Prison max. 20%) ammunition (14) Sexually Violent Predator Law d. Murder on/after 6/3/98 (No (6) Blood test and saliva sample (15) Possible/Mandatory hormone credit) (7) Priorable (increased punishment suppression treatment (18) Other:____________________ for future offenses) (16) Domestic Violence treatment ______________________________ program 9. (Appeal Rights) I give up my right to appeal the following: 1) denial of my 1538.5 motion, 2) issues related to strike priors (under PC sections 667(b)-(i) and 1170.12), and 3) any sentence stipulated herein.

  1. (Harvey Waiver) The sentencing judge may consider my prior criminal history and the entire factual background of the case, including any unfiled, dismissed or stricken charges or allegations or cases when granting probation, ordering restitution or imposing sentence. Form Approved for Mandatory Use www.imperial.courts.ca.gov CR-08 (Adopted 01/01/09, PLEA OF GUILTY/NO CONTEST Last Revised 06/01/22 by exec. order) FELONY Page 2 of 4 Pages

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