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Interesting question. It sounds like a law school hypothetical. If the officer observed you commit a traffic violation then he may detain you. The K9... Read Answer
Once a case is dimissed it can be reopened at the discretion of the judge by filing a motion with the court.
It's "statute" of limitations and there is none for criminal offenses. Your issue is more likely a Constitutional one. More specifically, the right... Read Answer
Your scenario makes no sense. If the other party is threatening you with "pressing charges", then it's a criminal matter, not civil. There is no such... Read Answer
You let the public defender handle the case if you cannot afford private counsel.
If you need to ask, you should probably hire an attorney. Attempted murder of a law enforcement officer is a very serious crime.
Yes. PTI is not the same as expungment. Upon successful completion of PTI the record is expunged. Otherwise you must apply for expungment.
It depends upon exactly what he was specifically charged with. The maximum for a misdemeanor is 30 days/$1000. The maximum penalties for felonies are... Read Answer
South Carolina is an "at-will" employment state meaning anyone can be fired for any reason with or without cause. Regarding possible charges, anyone... Read Answer
If you are paying an atorney $20,000 I would think you'd be better off asking him/her your questions.
No. Corporal punishment is an exception per statute so long as you don't go overboard.
4) "Child abuse or neglect" or "harm" occurs when the parent,... Read Answer
Yes. I'm assuming simple possession or paraphenalia? A misdemeanor is no greater than 30 days incarceration and/or $1,000. Even if the charge was a... Read Answer
If your friend or his atorney does not appear at roll call, a warrant will likely be issued for his arrest.
It doesn't sound like this will go anywhere. I don't think any crime was committed and even if one was, I doubt the police would waste their time on... Read Answer
That is very unlikley unless new evidence has been discovered or your son's attorney was ineffective as counsel.
Yes, you are most likely still a felon. You should apply for a pardon to restore your civil rights then apply for an expungement to clear the... Read Answer
There is no way to answer your question without more information. I don't understand what you are asking. Please clarify and I'll try to provide an... Read Answer
No. It will be a defense if you were found guilty by default for failure to appear, but it will not be grounds for dismissal of the ticket itself.
I doubt you could have the conviction overturned unless the court or your attorney committed a grievous error. I would think your best course of... Read Answer
He should be charged with the statute that was in effect at the time he (allegedly) committed the violation.
You do not give much information, but with bank fraud it is not necessary to prove intent due to a recent Supreme Court decision. This answer... Read Answer
He should consult and retain counsel to advise and defend him in this matter.
Bonds are set to assure the court you will abide by the court process. Your best bet is to consult and to retain counsel before your hearing.
If the state believes they have enough information they may prosecute. Many jurisdictions have a no drop policy. You may wish to retain an a... Read Answer