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Instead of worrying about probation violation (the answer is NO), you need to focus your attention on how you can avoid being convicted. Time to shop... Read Answer
You need to have successfully completed the entire term of probation, have nothing criminal pending, and not be on probation for any other... Read Answer
You should hire a lawyer and get this relatively minor charge dismissed. By yourself you're going to get a violated, and it isn't worth it.
Yes. They get to keep your bail money (assuming you paid in full).
Instead of worrying about the jail time, she needs to focus your attention on how she can avoid being convicted. Time to shop for a lawyer.
If it is informal/summary probation, then yes, no need to ask permission.
You should hire a lawyer to go to court to recall the warrant. A lawyer can do this without you present if the underlying charge is a misdemeanor, so... Read Answer
There is no requirement that you be arrested or cited first. Petty theft is a crime of moral turpitude, and if convicted it will really hurt your... Read Answer
This is not uncommon. Make sure you show up on the court date. You will be given a copy of the complaint listing the charge and offense date, and... Read Answer
Time to shop for a lawyer, preferably before you open your mouth and cop out.
You should hire a lawyer and get this relatively minor charge dismissed. By yourself you're going to get a criminal record, and it isn't worth it.
Your husband should hire an attorney to fight the charges. If your husband does not have a criminal record, and based off of the facts that you... Read Answer
If the case was destroyed in a fire, how could an attorney, or anyone for that matter, help you get a copy of it?
Well, that offense is about as serious as they come and carries a sentence of 25 years to life. You should be quiet and get a lawyer immediately. ... Read Answer
You have the right to remain silent. Only idiots talk to investigators/cops. Remember, no matter what you say it will be twisted around and used... Read Answer
You'll either get a notice in the mail to appear in court or they'll get an arrest warrant and come get you.
You should hire a lawyer and get this relatively minor charge dismissed or at least infracted. By yourself you're going to get a criminal record, and... Read Answer
Hire a good lawyer before you foolishly plead guilty.
You should hire a lawyer to go to court to recall the warrant. A lawyer can do this without you present if the underlying charge is a misdemeanor, so... Read Answer
That depends what you do. Time to shop for a lawyer.
You should hire a lawyer before you enter more pleas in the future.
You should hire a lawyer to go to court to recall the warrant. A lawyer can do this without you present if the underlying charge is a misdemeanor, so... Read Answer
His own words may be enough to seal his fate. You might want to remind him about the right to remain silent!