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Having a permit does not give them probable cause to search; The dog alerting on the vehicle does give them probable cause to search for drugs
Rule 609. Impeachment by Evidence of a Criminal Conviction (a) In General. The following rules apply to attacking a witness' character for... Read More
If you were in the car, yes.
If charged you'll be in juvenile court; You will be represented by a public defender; plead not guilty and let the attorney do their job.
Without any independent evidence or witness, when the victim fails to appear, the case should be dismissed.
Call the clerk of courts for that court and inquire if there is a bond you can pay and forfeit to resolve the case.
Depends on how long they are on probation.
This response is slighly untimely in that I presume your son's arraignment has already occured. I am hopeful that he denied the charges and you... Read More
Means they bond you posted to keep from going to jail is forfeited to the court
In a criminal case, they normally are not subpoenaed by the prosecutor, but are on call if a plea bargain is offered.
In Ohio the statue of limitations for this type of felony is 6 years; which means they have 6 years from the date of the alleged crime to indict you.
If it was a truly false statement, yes. You can sue for slander.
Call the court to see if they will set the warrant aside and have you appear at a later date: Explain your situation.
Check with the other states to see if they recognize your state's permit.
Why would anyone plead to a felony? She needs to hire a lawyer or qualify for a public defender.
If the charge was dropped; You should get part of your bail back from the bondsman; depends on what they agreement was with them.
If the unruly charged was filed by your stepdaughter without cooperation of the prosecutor, it would be dismissed if she does not appear as the... Read More
Yes; If the gun was accessible by both occupants of the vehicle.
Talk to the prosecutor and explain your situation: He may dismiss it or allow you to admit to something lessor.
What is it that you are looking for? Contact an attorney, depending on the city, Theft can be a very serious charge.
Best,
Nicholas... Read More
Yes police investigate tips; If your doing it now stop; If the police want to talk to you, insist on your parents be present and also a lawyer; They... Read More
Theft is max $1,000.00 fine and 6 months in jail: If you did committ the theft, you should inquire if the prosecutor's office offers a diversion... Read More
You need to either hire a lawyer or have one appointed by the court if your indigent.
They can ask anything. You don't have to help them do their job: Tell them they don't live with you and you're unaware of their location. That should... Read More
Yes, make arrangments to pay them; most courts will allow a payment plan.