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Criminal Law
Washington
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Jail time is a good possibility. For how long will depend on the amount of the check, your criminal history, if any, and whether the District... Read More
First you need to hire a lawyer to recall the warrant. A lawyer can do this without you present so it is less risky for you. Then the lawyer can talk... Read More
It sounds like a stop without basis. But before going down that road, view the issue from the police officer's point of view. If it comes done to... Read More
You get an attorney to represent you. Also, get you bail money ready.
Why would an ex agree to pay $1,200? You need to pay up.
Start looking for a new job.
There is no reason to quash the warrant. You need to turn yourself in.
Yes the sender can and likely will be investigated.
You can be charged with theft, 2nd degree. You had the responsibility to protect the items until returned. You failed to do this. You either need... Read More
He will be charged with 3rd Degree Assault. While it carries jail time, depending upon his record, he should not see any jail time beyond what he... Read More
You plead not guilty at the arraignment. You work with the prosecutor for a plea deal between the period of arraignment and pretrial hearing.
If you are charged, yes, it is serious. I would strongly encourage you to consult with an attorney in your area.
You will not serve time, however, you will likely have a criminal record. This will impact you getting a job, loan and an apartment. See if they... Read More
She needs to retain an attorney, because she will be charge with a felony. Up to 5 years in jail and restitution. While the bank is liable because... Read More
Does the company have a HR? If so, file a complaint with them. Also, go see a personal injury attorney. Good luck.
Report it to the police. Sue their parents for damages.
It will only go on your record if a police office cites you and a prosecutor file charge(s) against you. Even if the charge is dropped later, it... Read More
With your history, very likely.
Sorry, your criminal history is used against you in determining what plea offer you can received or it can be used to determine your sentence.
There is nothing to prevent the wife from having a gun; however, if she does, the convicted felon/husband can't be in the home. I guess she has to... Read More
You will get a court summons to appear at your arrangement where the charges against you will be read into the record. If there is a diversion... Read More
Yes, you can change your mind, but the Prosecutor only has 1 year from the date of the incident (for misdemeanors) to file charges against the person.
Yes, you could return to jail because you broke the terms of your sentence. You were let out early for completing the drug program, but then... Read More