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How long can someone be held in jail without being charged with anything?

Answered 7 years ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Criminal Defense
Needs to hire an attorney
Needs to hire an attorney

After completing probation, how does one use their judicial diversion?

Answered 7 years ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Criminal Defense
Go to court clerk of the court that granted you diversion and talk with them about how to get the charge dismissed and expunged.
Go to court clerk of the court that granted you diversion and talk with them about how to get the charge dismissed and expunged.

Do I need a lawyer before speaking with a detective

Answered 7 years ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Criminal Defense
Since you haven't told me the ages of your "minor" son and the "minor" girl, I think that it would be wise for you to hire an attorney to let him/her speak with your son (before your son speaks with the detective) about the incident since there might be legal ramifications for your son even if he is a "minor" and under the age of 18. ... Read More
Since you haven't told me the ages of your "minor" son and the "minor" girl, I think that it would be wise for you to hire an attorney to let... Read More

Fiance was just arrested on evading arrest felony charge , poss/sale of sch ll drug felony charge, drug paraphernalia felony charge.. How much time

Answered 7 years ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Criminal Defense
Don't know enough facts about the case and him to answer this question.
Don't know enough facts about the case and him to answer this question.

Will I have to make bond again?

Answered 7 years and a month ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Criminal Defense
It will be up to the judge to decide whether to set a bond or allow you to stay in jail until the revocation hearing.
It will be up to the judge to decide whether to set a bond or allow you to stay in jail until the revocation hearing.

I need advice on what to do

Answered 7 years and a month ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Criminal Defense
You can sue but the chances of you winning would be very small. I would suggest that you file a complaint with the Board of Professional Responsibility, which is the state board that handles the regulation of attorneys.
You can sue but the chances of you winning would be very small. I would suggest that you file a complaint with the Board of Professional... Read More

In the state of Tennessee are you able to possess a firearm after the restraining order is lifted

Answered 7 years and a month ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Criminal Defense
TCA § 39-17-1351. " Application for handgun carry permit; disclosures under oath; background investigations of applicants; completion of safety course; grounds for denial of permit; processing fees" says that you can not get a gun permit if the applicant is currently the subject to any order of protection. If the order of protection is over, then can get a get a gun permit if you otherwise qualify. You must undergo a background check to see if you qualify to get a gun permit. Look at the statute that I cited above. ... Read More
TCA § 39-17-1351. " Application for handgun carry permit; disclosures under oath; background investigations of applicants; completion of... Read More

What can you do about a drugscreen that the officer said was positive and you were denied to see the results and to do 11/29

Answered 7 years and a month ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Criminal Defense
If you had an attorney for the probation violation, then your attorney should have seen the results and shared it with you.
If you had an attorney for the probation violation, then your attorney should have seen the results and shared it with you.

What is the law on idictiment

Answered 7 years and 2 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Criminal Defense
Can't answer the questions because not enough facts. Your friend should hire an attorney to represent him.
Can't answer the questions because not enough facts. Your friend should hire an attorney to represent him.

i have a question about common law marriage

Answered 7 years and 2 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Criminal Defense
Tennessee does not recognize common law marriage.
Tennessee does not recognize common law marriage.

How can I prove no consent was giving when officer that pulled me over had no video

Answered 7 years and 3 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Criminal Defense
Sometimes the officer will get a signed consent form to search. The lack of a signed consent form might be one indicatior. Assuming that there were no other persons present, it's just your word against that of the officer.
Sometimes the officer will get a signed consent form to search. The lack of a signed consent form might be one indicatior. Assuming that there... Read More

Petty theft charge

Answered 7 years and 4 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Criminal Defense
Just because this is your first offense doesn't mean that it will be dismissed. However, there is a procedure for getting it dismissed after a probationary period. You would need to hire an attorney to obtain this.
Just because this is your first offense doesn't mean that it will be dismissed. However, there is a procedure for getting it dismissed after a... Read More

If a minor stabs another minor with a pocketknife after he was being surrounded by 3 or more kids would he be charged?

Answered 7 years and 4 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Criminal Defense
Self defense is a defense that can be used if he is charged.
Self defense is a defense that can be used if he is charged.

Regarding Renunciation defense

Answered 7 years and 4 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Criminal Defense
Renunciation is an affirmative defense and very fact specific. The Defendant could use that defense and carries the burden of proving it.
Renunciation is an affirmative defense and very fact specific. The Defendant could use that defense and carries the burden of proving it.

Have a 5 year old deffered domestic violence conviction in Tennessee. Can it be expunged so i can purchase a firearm. Its the only criminal offense i

Answered 7 years and 5 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Criminal Defense
You have two convictions, DV and DUI, neither of which can  be expunged.
You have two convictions, DV and DUI, neither of which can  be expunged.

I am on parole with a drug charge have done 5 years out and nothing on record. Just caught a domestic violence charge from delinquent daughter.???

Answered 7 years and 5 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Criminal Defense
You need to get either a private attorney or public defender to represent you.
You need to get either a private attorney or public defender to represent you.

How can I be charged with theft with no evidence

Answered 7 years and 5 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Criminal Defense
It's his word against yours. That is evidence.
It's his word against yours. That is evidence.

If someone has an order of protection against me, is it okay for them or their boyfriend to try to get me to hangout?

Answered 7 years and 6 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Criminal Defense
If they have an order of protection, then do not meet with them at all. Ignore them and do not respond. They might be trying to set you up for a violation.
If they have an order of protection, then do not meet with them at all. Ignore them and do not respond. They might be trying to set you up for a... Read More

What are the possible charges i face for driving without a license. I never had one prior to the incident, and it was approximately five years ago?

Answered 7 years and 6 months ago by Frank J. Steiner (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Criminal Defense
You will have a court apearance - where you can negotiate with the DA. If it is your first offense you may qualify for a diversion
You will have a court apearance - where you can negotiate with the DA. If it is your first offense you may qualify for a diversion

Should i take papers of take it to trail.

Answered 7 years and 6 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Criminal Defense
You need to hire an attorney instead of asking for help over the internet.
You need to hire an attorney instead of asking for help over the internet.

What I need to expect?

Answered 7 years and 6 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Criminal Defense
You need to apply to have a public defender appointed for you.
You need to apply to have a public defender appointed for you.

Who is the best lawyer in criminal defense in Rutherford County

Answered 7 years and 6 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Criminal Defense
I can not answer your question as to who is "the best criminal lawyer" because there is no such thing.  You should pick a lawyer who you trust and feel comfortable will act in you best interest.
I can not answer your question as to who is "the best criminal lawyer" because there is no such thing.  You should pick a lawyer who you trust... Read More

Can you be charged with theft if you gave stuff back ?

Answered 7 years and 6 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Criminal Defense
Yes you can be charged with theft even if your give the property back.
Yes you can be charged with theft even if your give the property back.

Fraud

Answered 7 years and 7 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Criminal Defense
What your "friend" did was illegal but if the dad found out about it and didn't do anything and allowed your friend to make payments, then the dad ratified and approved what happened.
What your "friend" did was illegal but if the dad found out about it and didn't do anything and allowed your friend to make payments, then the dad... Read More

My fiance got a violation of probation no new charges he asked about a new law because hes scared they will send him back to prison. can they?

Answered 7 years and 7 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Criminal Defense
Since I don't the facts around his case, then I can not that question but they could violate him and send him back if he did not attend the classes that he was required him to. I would suggest that he get the classes done.
Since I don't the facts around his case, then I can not that question but they could violate him and send him back if he did not attend the classes... Read More
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