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Will they be able to show up and search my place and make a get a drug test if I was with a friend who was in possession of marijuana?

Answered 8 years and 8 months ago by attorney Jay A. Rigdon   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Criminal Defense
No one can make you get a drug test unless you are on probation for something, in which case you can be violated if you refuse.
No one can make you get a drug test unless you are on probation for something, in which case you can be violated if you refuse.

Is it legal for a 14-year old girl to date a 17-year old boy?

Answered 8 years and 8 months ago by attorney Jay A. Rigdon   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Criminal Defense
Date? Sure. A 17 year old can date a 7 year old as long as there is no sexual contact (which includes kissing). My guess is that this was really not what you were asking, so I would tell you that most of the time sexual contact between a 17 year old and a 14 year old is OK, but you need to have a conversation with an adult regarding the specifics of your case and relationship.... Read More
Date? Sure. A 17 year old can date a 7 year old as long as there is no sexual contact (which includes kissing). My guess is that this was really not... Read More

If a person has $2500 bond, what is the lowest dollar amount he can bond out with?

Answered 8 years and 8 months ago by attorney Jay A. Rigdon   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Criminal Defense
If a cash bond, $2500. If a surety bond, 10% of that is needed.
If a cash bond, $2500. If a surety bond, 10% of that is needed.

What is a class C felony burglary charge mean to the person being accused?

Answered 8 years and 9 months ago by attorney Jay A. Rigdon   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Criminal Defense
It meant a 2-8 year sentence when we had Class C Burglaries. That is an outdated classification system.
It meant a 2-8 year sentence when we had Class C Burglaries. That is an outdated classification system.

Will the clerks office check to see if I have a warrant if I try to get a marriage license?

Answered 8 years and 9 months ago by attorney Jay A. Rigdon   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Criminal Defense
Maybe.
Maybe.

Is there anything to worry about after I pay the fine if I was caught shoplifting alcohol?

Answered 8 years and 9 months ago by attorney Jay A. Rigdon   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Criminal Defense
If by "they" you mean store personnel, paying them does not prevent you from being charged with a crime. Their request is a civil penalty, not something brought by the state.
If by "they" you mean store personnel, paying them does not prevent you from being charged with a crime. Their request is a civil penalty, not... Read More

If wife's mom posted provocative pictures and she forced my wife to take on a fake MySpace and wife was a minor, can she be charged?

Answered 8 years and 9 months ago by attorney Jay A. Rigdon   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Criminal Defense
I guess possibly with child porn if they are explicit photos. I would concentrate on removing the profile, which can be done to help, instead of worrying about criminal charges, if I were you.
I guess possibly with child porn if they are explicit photos. I would concentrate on removing the profile, which can be done to help, instead of... Read More

Can I own a gun if I have a permit to carry but my boyfriend is a felon and we live together?

Answered 8 years and 9 months ago by attorney Jay A. Rigdon   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Criminal Defense
Yes you can, but it risks your boyfriend being charged if he is found with or near it. Why take that chance?
Yes you can, but it risks your boyfriend being charged if he is found with or near it. Why take that chance?

If I had a D felony drug charge, can I get house arrest instead of anything else that means jail time and or prison?

Answered 8 years and 9 months ago by attorney Jay A. Rigdon   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Criminal Defense
Can you? Yes. Will you with these facts? Only your attorney in your community, familiar with your judge and your specific case, can give you a good estimate.
Can you? Yes. Will you with these facts? Only your attorney in your community, familiar with your judge and your specific case, can give you a good... Read More

Can I drop domestic violence against my husband?

Answered 8 years and 9 months ago by attorney Jay A. Rigdon   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Criminal Defense
Please talk to a domestic violence counselor in your community. Your son needs protection even if the abuse was "exaggerated", and you need some guidance on how to provide it. The State is in charge of whether ANY criminal case in this state gets prosecuted. You do not have control over "dropping" it.... Read More
Please talk to a domestic violence counselor in your community. Your son needs protection even if the abuse was "exaggerated", and you need some... Read More

If I am mentally and physically been abused and badly beaten by my husband many times from last 8 years, what should I do?

Answered 8 years and 9 months ago by attorney Jay A. Rigdon   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Criminal Defense
1. Talk to a lawyer in your community who handles divorces. 2. Visit your local shelter for victims of domestic violence.
1. Talk to a lawyer in your community who handles divorces. 2. Visit your local shelter for victims of domestic violence.

How can I get arrest warrants taken care of?

Answered 8 years and 9 months ago by attorney Jay A. Rigdon   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Criminal Defense
Turn yourself in.
Turn yourself in.

If my daughter exaggerated on a police report and my husband is facing possible prison time, how can she take back her statement?

Answered 8 years and 9 months ago by attorney Jay A. Rigdon   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Criminal Defense
Report this to your husband's attorney who will be able to use the information.
Report this to your husband's attorney who will be able to use the information.

Will I go to jail for not appearing in court 3 years ago for a reckless driving charge and getting a bench warrant issued for failure to appear?

Answered 8 years and 9 months ago by attorney Jay A. Rigdon   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Criminal Defense
Yes.
Yes.

How do I drop a no contact/protection order?

Answered 8 years and 9 months ago by attorney Jay A. Rigdon   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Criminal Defense
Wait until the judge makes a decision and then abide by whatever it is.
Wait until the judge makes a decision and then abide by whatever it is.

If I have 2 tickets 10 years ago i didn’t go to court or pay them, what will happen to me?

Answered 8 years and 9 months ago by attorney Jay A. Rigdon   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Criminal Defense
Depends on where they are and where you are. Warrants for arrest can reissue.
Depends on where they are and where you are. Warrants for arrest can reissue.

What to expect on first hearing after it being waived on guilty or not guilty? Would I get jail time for first time offender?

Answered 8 years and 10 months ago by attorney Jay A. Rigdon   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Criminal Defense
I would ask your attorney. Without knowing which county the case is in, anything on this forum would be just a wild guess.
I would ask your attorney. Without knowing which county the case is in, anything on this forum would be just a wild guess.

If stolen merchandise is not in possession of the thief, can he be convicted of theft?

Answered 8 years and 10 months ago by attorney Jay A. Rigdon   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Criminal Defense
Yes.
Yes.

Could I face serious charges for allowing my 15-year old daughter to smoke marijuana?

Answered 8 years and 10 months ago by attorney Jay A. Rigdon   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Criminal Defense
Yes, you can face a level 6 felony.
Yes, you can face a level 6 felony.

Can I be sued for not paying off a car I signed a bill of sale for?

Answered 8 years and 10 months ago by attorney Jay A. Rigdon   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Criminal Defense
You can be sued, but that is different than being arrested. You cannot be thrown in jail for failing to pay a bill, but nothing you have identified is an excuse for not paying the debt owed.
You can be sued, but that is different than being arrested. You cannot be thrown in jail for failing to pay a bill, but nothing you have identified... Read More

Is it possible to get jail time for class A misdemeanor criminal conversion with a previous conviction?

Answered 8 years and 10 months ago by attorney Jay A. Rigdon   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Criminal Defense
Yes.
Yes.

If the trial is in 6days the attorney isn’t keeping me informed, how many days do I have to fire and rehire an attorney?

Answered 8 years and 10 months ago by attorney Jay A. Rigdon   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Criminal Defense
You can hire an attorney the morning of a trial if you want, but they are unlikely to be ready. Ask yourself if you would want to have a doctor operate on you who had never talked to you, looked at your x-rays, or run any tests.
You can hire an attorney the morning of a trial if you want, but they are unlikely to be ready. Ask yourself if you would want to have a doctor... Read More

Could I get a sex crime wiped clean?

Answered 8 years and 10 months ago by attorney Jay A. Rigdon   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Criminal Defense
If the warrant is still outstanding, you need to contact a lawyer to represent you to handle it.
If the warrant is still outstanding, you need to contact a lawyer to represent you to handle it.

How is a lock down rehabilitating my daughter?

Answered 8 years and 10 months ago by attorney Jay A. Rigdon   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Criminal Defense
Good reason to go out and get involved in politics to elect candidates that agree that just warehousing young offenders is a lousy idea.
Good reason to go out and get involved in politics to elect candidates that agree that just warehousing young offenders is a lousy idea.

Can I go to jail for having a friend drop off a football jersey to me at the lady's house I babysit for?

Answered 8 years and 10 months ago by attorney Jay A. Rigdon   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Criminal Defense
There HAS to be more to the question than this, because by itself, clearly the answer is no, and you wouldn't be posting the question. Why do you think you might get arrested, and what facts to exist that would cause anyone to contact the police in the first place about this?
There HAS to be more to the question than this, because by itself, clearly the answer is no, and you wouldn't be posting the question. Why do you... Read More
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