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If alleged financial withdrawals from a 501c 3 educational foundation can be proved. What kind of an attorney should selected?

Answered 8 years and 5 months ago by Michael D. Babcock (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Criminal Defense
If charged criminally will need a criminal defense attorney. If they sue in civil court for the return of the money then a civil litigation attorney.  
If charged criminally will need a criminal defense attorney. If they sue in civil court for the return of the money then a civil litigation... Read More

I got fired from my job

Answered 8 years and 5 months ago by Michael D. Babcock (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Criminal Defense
That should not violate your parole but it depends on your specific conditions. 
That should not violate your parole but it depends on your specific conditions. 

If I file criminal charges against her, will it cause my civil case to establish my paternity to become unserviceable?

Answered 8 years and 5 months ago by attorney Jay A. Rigdon   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Criminal Defense
You can't file a charge. Only the prosecutor can. You can report the information anytime you want. The longer you wait, the less likely it is that criminal charges will be brought.
You can't file a charge. Only the prosecutor can. You can report the information anytime you want. The longer you wait, the less likely it is that... Read More

What can I do so my husband get the help that he needed instead of jail time?

Answered 8 years and 5 months ago by attorney Jay A. Rigdon   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Criminal Defense
Talk to an attorney about guardianship or possibly filing commitment papers yourself.
Talk to an attorney about guardianship or possibly filing commitment papers yourself.

Will I go to jail for 2nd theft if the first case was dismissed?

Answered 8 years and 5 months ago by attorney Jay A. Rigdon   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Criminal Defense
You probably can't just get it dismissed. Most prosecutors won't offer a second diversion, but you can always ask.
You probably can't just get it dismissed. Most prosecutors won't offer a second diversion, but you can always ask.

Can wrong details throw out a criminal case?

Answered 8 years and 6 months ago by attorney Jay A. Rigdon   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Criminal Defense
No, not unless they really arrested the wrong person due to that. Usually, it is a typo.
No, not unless they really arrested the wrong person due to that. Usually, it is a typo.

Can police use somebody's hearsay to convict you?

Answered 8 years and 6 months ago by attorney Jay A. Rigdon   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Criminal Defense
That would be a yes.
That would be a yes.

Could these teenagers be facing juvenile time for talking about sex?

Answered 8 years and 6 months ago by attorney Jay A. Rigdon   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Criminal Defense
Talking about sex is no crime. Talking with an underage person about sex with the underage minor can be, depending on other facts not identified in the question.
Talking about sex is no crime. Talking with an underage person about sex with the underage minor can be, depending on other facts not identified in... Read More

If it's my first offense for theft, will I get jail time?

Answered 8 years and 6 months ago by attorney Jay A. Rigdon   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Criminal Defense
Maybe.
Maybe.

Can you get probation for armed robbery?

Answered 8 years and 6 months ago by attorney Jay A. Rigdon   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Criminal Defense
Can you, yes. Will you, unlikely to be JUST probation/suspended time.
Can you, yes. Will you, unlikely to be JUST probation/suspended time.

What may happen if I fail a drug screen and I am on probation for an accessory to theft?

Answered 8 years and 6 months ago by attorney Jay A. Rigdon   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Criminal Defense
You may go to jail. It appears that you may not be "compliant with everything the court has asked", as I suspect you were told not to use drugs other than those prescribed for you.
You may go to jail. It appears that you may not be "compliant with everything the court has asked", as I suspect you were told not to use drugs other... Read More

How long will someone go to jail for armed robbery, theft of gun, and pointing gun at a person?

Answered 8 years and 7 months ago by attorney Jay A. Rigdon   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Criminal Defense
That depends on what county and judge you have. Talk to an attorney there; there is no statewide "norm".
That depends on what county and judge you have. Talk to an attorney there; there is no statewide "norm".

What happens in court for driving without a license?

Answered 8 years and 7 months ago by attorney Jay A. Rigdon   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Criminal Defense
Typical disposition is fine and costs, but that depends on what county and judge you have. Talk to an attorney there; there is no statewide "norm".
Typical disposition is fine and costs, but that depends on what county and judge you have. Talk to an attorney there; there is no statewide "norm".

Can he still get a passport if he has a criminal history?

Answered 8 years and 7 months ago by attorney Jay A. Rigdon   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Criminal Defense
He can probably get a passport, but there are many countries he will not be able to enter. You might want to ask the question a little more specifically, or contact the website of the country he is looking to visit and check their entrance requirements.
He can probably get a passport, but there are many countries he will not be able to enter. You might want to ask the question a little more... Read More

Do I have to let them search and if they do find something, can I be held responsible because it was on my property?

Answered 8 years and 7 months ago by attorney Jay A. Rigdon   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Criminal Defense
You can always refuse a search and require the police to get a warrant.
You can always refuse a search and require the police to get a warrant.

Does pending conditional discharge show on background check?

Answered 8 years and 7 months ago by attorney Jay A. Rigdon   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Criminal Defense
It depends on what is checked; not all "background checks" are alike.
It depends on what is checked; not all "background checks" are alike.

How long can they keep you in jail awaiting pre-trial?

Answered 8 years and 7 months ago by attorney Jay A. Rigdon   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Criminal Defense
Generally six months, but ask her lawyer about the details.
Generally six months, but ask her lawyer about the details.

What can I do if I bought something and made more money than I paid for when I took it to a store now, I’m charged with theft?

Answered 8 years and 8 months ago by attorney Jay A. Rigdon   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Criminal Defense
If you are saying you returned it to a store as if they sold it to you and obtained a refund then I would talk to a lawyer in your community about defending you.
If you are saying you returned it to a store as if they sold it to you and obtained a refund then I would talk to a lawyer in your community about... Read More

How long can the county jail hold you without a court date?

Answered 8 years and 8 months ago by attorney Jay A. Rigdon   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Criminal Defense
Without ever being to court, typically 48-72 hours. After that, it depends on the circumstances, and you need to ask your lawyer.
Without ever being to court, typically 48-72 hours. After that, it depends on the circumstances, and you need to ask your lawyer.

Can two people be charged and both found guilty of possession of one syringe?

Answered 8 years and 8 months ago by attorney Jay A. Rigdon   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Criminal Defense
Answer to your question is Yes.
Answer to your question is Yes.

Is it legal for me to live in his house if he brings a gun here?

Answered 8 years and 8 months ago by attorney Jay A. Rigdon   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Criminal Defense
Sure it is "legal" but it risks you being prosecuted if the gun is located anywhere near you.
Sure it is "legal" but it risks you being prosecuted if the gun is located anywhere near you.

If one admits guilt that everything that was found was his then can the one who claim his innocence still be charged and it hold up in court?

Answered 8 years and 8 months ago by attorney Jay A. Rigdon   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Criminal Defense
To your question, the answer is yes.
To your question, the answer is yes.

Can I file this motion myself, or would it be expensive to get maybe a young PD just to help with the paperwork?

Answered 8 years and 8 months ago by attorney Jay A. Rigdon   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Criminal Defense
Please repost and tell us what motion you are planning to file. If you want to appeal, you should have a lawyer. Public defenders are lawyers just as privately hired lawyers are.
Please repost and tell us what motion you are planning to file. If you want to appeal, you should have a lawyer. Public defenders are lawyers just as... Read More

Can I be charged with dealing drugs based on text messages alone?

Answered 8 years and 8 months ago by attorney Jay A. Rigdon   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Criminal Defense
The answer is yes.
The answer is yes.

Should an alleged abuser meet with the alleged victim without an attorney present?

Answered 8 years and 8 months ago by attorney Jay A. Rigdon   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Criminal Defense
This is impossible to answer. More of the circumstances ned to be presented.
This is impossible to answer. More of the circumstances ned to be presented.
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