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What can happen in court for a felony charge with a prior domestic violence charge?
Asked on Feb 24th, 2013 on Expungements - Oklahoma
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My son was arrested this Saturday for having Oxycodone on him at a party. He does have a domestic violence charge against him two years ago. We can't afford a lawyer so he will have an appointed one. What should we expect at the hearing? Do you think he will go to jail?
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He could get probation or prison assuming the evidence is sufficient. No one can guess anything with the limited information you have provided.
Answered on Feb 26th, 2013 at 6:58 PM
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A domestic violence conviction, if misdemeanor, should have little affect on subsequent felony charges. Your attorney should prepare you for what to expect at the hearing. I dont think anyone can say from the facts given if your son will go to jail or not. The law does provide for jail time if convicted of that charge, so it is possible.
Answered on Feb 26th, 2013 at 2:33 PM
Depending on his particular circumstances, he may face a period of imprisonment, or a conviction with a suspended sentence, or possibly be a candidate for either a drug court or mental health court diversionary program.
Answered on Feb 26th, 2013 at 2:33 PM