He Lived Out of State for Decades. One Call Cleared His 38-Year-Old California Warrant.
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Reviewed by Attorney Nate Gjesdal
November 3, 2025
A Forgotten Case That Followed Him for 38 Years
When our client first reached out, he wasn’t even sure where to begin.
He had left California almost four decades ago. Life had moved on — new state, new family, new job — but an old warrant from years past still lingered in the background. Every time he thought about traveling, applying for something, or even renewing certain licenses, the same question came up: “What if that old California case shows up again?”
To make things harder, he was wheelchair-bound and lived across the country. Returning to California for court wasn’t an option. Several law firms told him they could help, but only if he appeared in person — and at a cost that felt impossible to justify.
What Happened Next
That’s when he found Attorney Nate Gjesdal of Not Guilty Law. Nate listened carefully, reviewed the file, and got straight to the point: there was a way to resolve it without the client ever setting foot in court.
He filed the right motion, got the matter back on the docket, and handled everything in person himself.
Within one courthouse visit, the 38-year-old warrant was dismissed.
“Mr. Gjesdal was refreshingly frank and open. He quoted me over 50% less than other firms and got my case dismissed with one visit. I highly recommend Not Guilty Law to anyone seeking an awesome criminal defense lawyer.”
For this client, it wasn’t just a legal win. It was relief after decades of uncertainty.
Why So Many Out-of-Town Clients Reach Out
Stories like his aren’t rare. Every month, we hear from people who:
Left California years ago and suddenly discovered an old case resurfacing
Need an expungement for a DUI, assault, or vandalism conviction
Can’t return to court due to work, health, or travel distance
In many cases, Nate can help resolve the matter remotely, from filing motions to appearing on your behalf, so you can move forward with a clean slate.
A Fresh Start Is Possible Even From Miles Away
If you’ve been living with an old California case or warrant, you don’t have to face it alone or fly back to deal with it. Sometimes, one honest conversation and one court visit by the right attorney is all it takes.
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