QUESTION
Why do I have five pending criminal charges after a first offense?
Asked on Jun 01st, 2015 on Criminal Law - Washington
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In 41 years of my life, I have NEVER had any type of criminal history. About a month ago, I got pulled over because the police said I was playing my music too loud. I am a collector of guns/knives. They confiscated 2 "illegal length" knives, a loaded hand gun, and a sword that I had in my trunk for years. When I went to jail I OR'ed out. Just went to court today. Have to go back. I was told by the arresting officer that these are misdemeanor charges. BUT...I am dealing with criminal court. Why? What should I do? The judge dropped the noise ticket for another ticket of 3 years ago, that I am totally unaware of.
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Hire an attorney, you are clearly in need of one.
Answered on Jul 16th, 2015 at 9:07 PM
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Francis John Cowhig
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Misdemeanor charges are criminal charges. If you haven't done so already, you need to hire a criminal defense attorney to represent you.
Answered on Jul 16th, 2015 at 9:07 PM
You should hire a lawyer and get this relatively minor charge dismissed. By yourself you're going to get multiple counts of criminal records, and it isn't worth it.
Answered on Jul 16th, 2015 at 9:07 PM
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Misdemeanors are crimes some are punishable up to a year in jail on each count. You should retain an attorney. If you can't afford one you need to ask the court to appoint one to you.
Answered on Jul 16th, 2015 at 9:07 PM
Thomas Edward Gates
Misdemeanor charges are addressed in criminal court. The prosecutor has elected to charge you with a count for every violation. This is common and likely will be reduced to 1 in the plea offer. You need to retain a criminal defense attorney to handle your matter.
Answered on Jul 16th, 2015 at 9:06 PM