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Sounds like a scam. You know you are being sued when you are served papers personally.
It really sounds like an awful situation. I hate to tell you what you already know, but you need a good attorney to investigate whether you can get... Read Answer
I would always suggest taking a criminal attorney along when the police want to "talk," especially if this is the second time.
Sounds like you might have a breach of contract with the old and/or new owners. You need to have a lawyer examine the contract. Perhaps, if there... Read Answer
It is a summary offense. Hire an attorney as you will have a better chance of getting rid of it totally. Unless you want a criminal conviction on... Read Answer
Generally, with no or little prior criminal history, I would say not. I would hire a lawyer as you may have a way to defend this down to a summary... Read Answer
The judge sentences you, not the PD. You need to talk to her. What you are saying here doesn't make much sense. Take someone with you if you ... Read Answer
There is a chance it wouldn't be murder at all. But a question like this is going to be very fact specific. Under the scenario posed in your... Read Answer
If you were convicted, it may be a problem but an attorney would have to know more information, like what you were actually convicted of.
There is no crime of "breaking and entering" in PA. There is burglary, which has a 5 year statute of limitations.
I think he probably is banned from even possessing firearms with at least one felony conviction.
I could go on, as I have handled many of these cases. the short answer is, get an attorney to direct both of you how to proceed and to speak with... Read Answer
If you pled guilty and the sentence was 2-4, you waived your right to a trial. Any lawyer is going to want to be paid up front. Perhaps family can... Read Answer
You really need to have an attorney bring a motion before the trial court judge to ask for early release from probation.
Not sure, probably not. But, you need to be honest about it when asked by the court or adoption agency.
It is possible but you would have to share all of the facts-the details with an attorney. If the car is not yours and no one can say you put the ... Read Answer
I need more information. You need to consult with legal counsel. You've raised issues about evidence, competence of witnesses, etc. that... Read Answer
Depends. There is a legal test for such a situation that turns on your expectation of privacy. Given the facts, it makes sense to consult... Read Answer
To answer your second question, there is a possibility that juvenile delinquency charges (the equivalent of criminal charges for juveniles)... Read Answer
Very much depends on what the DA and Probation Officer determine. As a juvenile, your first step will be an interview with a Probation Officer.... Read Answer
Looks like your question got cut off. If you are asking whether he can be held that long, the answer is yes. What amount of bail was set?... Read Answer
Based on the information you provide, I think you should contest the ticket. Look at hiring a traffic ticket attorney in your area to represent... Read Answer
At first impression, I would make a claim against their homeowners insurance company for medical expenses. If the other parents do not cooperate... Read Answer
I would ask your attorney.
If it is your discovery, I think you or your counsel of record can get it from the DA by written request.