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how long do i have for the police to charge me with a crime.

Answered 4 years and 6 months ago by Andrew M. Jaffe (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Criminal Defense
I am changing your practice area to Criminal Defense Law in hopes you get some good answers from lawyers in that field.  
I am changing your practice area to Criminal Defense Law in hopes you get some good answers from lawyers in that field.  

Could we have our neighbor arrested for trespassing?

Answered 10 years and 7 months ago by Francis John Cowhig (Unclaimed Profile)   |   2 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Criminal Defense
You can make a police report for trespassing, as well as vandalism. What the police will do with the report is up to them.
You can make a police report for trespassing, as well as vandalism. What the police will do with the report is up to them.

Can my son stop drug charges from being put on his record if he pleads no contest to them?

Answered 10 years and 7 months ago by Francis John Cowhig (Unclaimed Profile)   |   8 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Criminal Defense
A "no contest" plea is the same as a "guilty" plea in criminal courts. It will show up as a conviction.
A "no contest" plea is the same as a "guilty" plea in criminal courts. It will show up as a conviction.

What the lowest charge possible for my brother?

Answered 10 years and 8 months ago by Jeff Fengcheng Yeh (Unclaimed Profile)   |   6 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Criminal Defense
The consequences for a drug DUI are the same as those of an alcohol DUI. However, drug DUIs are much harder to prove, because there isn't a specific concentration that the state deems as impairment. With that said, he needs to hire a DUI specialist, because by himself the prosecutor simply won't budge.... Read More
The consequences for a drug DUI are the same as those of an alcohol DUI. However, drug DUIs are much harder to prove, because there isn't a specific... Read More

Should I hire an attorney if I was caught smoking marijuana? Why?

Answered 10 years and 10 months ago by Thomas Edward Gates (Unclaimed Profile)   |   6 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Criminal Defense
A attorney can work with the prosecutor in getting the best plea deal possible.
A attorney can work with the prosecutor in getting the best plea deal possible.

What can you one do if court personnel mistreat you?

Answered 10 years and 11 months ago by attorney Jason William Savela   |   3 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Criminal Defense
That sounds like Drug Court. You are being treated like everyone else. Since you have agreed to drug court, work the program, stop fighting it and it will get easier. As the drugs clear your system, you will be happier and at the same time, they will trust you more and treat you better. I have represented people as they went through drug court, even sitting next to my client at all appearances. That client had similar experiences, but graduated.... Read More
That sounds like Drug Court. You are being treated like everyone else. Since you have agreed to drug court, work the program, stop fighting it and... Read More

How can my son get his case separated from his cousins?

Answered 10 years and 11 months ago by Francis John Cowhig (Unclaimed Profile)   |   3 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Criminal Defense
Your son's attorney needs to file a motion to bifurcate. If your son does not have an attorney, he needs one.
Your son's attorney needs to file a motion to bifurcate. If your son does not have an attorney, he needs one.

Will this go on my record and what will happen in court?

Answered 11 years ago by James Edward Smith (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Criminal Defense
It will go on your record, but if you get in to the diversion program you can get it dismissed.
It will go on your record, but if you get in to the diversion program you can get it dismissed.

Will a misdemeanor affect my ability to get my student visa?

Answered 11 years ago by attorney Alena Shautsova   |   7 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Criminal Defense
It is likely that consul will want to see a disposition first, before granting a visa.
It is likely that consul will want to see a disposition first, before granting a visa.

Can I be charged with marijuana trafficking based on text messages?

Answered 11 years and a month ago by James Edward Smith (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Criminal Defense
Enough for probable cause to charge.
Enough for probable cause to charge.

What happens if I have 2 juvenile warrants and have been running 9 months?

Answered 11 years and a month ago by James Edward Smith (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Criminal Defense
Get a lawyer to quash the warrants.
Get a lawyer to quash the warrants.

If we go to get married in another state, would I be arrested?

Answered 11 years and a month ago by Francis John Cowhig (Unclaimed Profile)   |   2 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Criminal Defense
You will most likely be arrested on the felony warrant. The best thing to do is to hire an attorney in the city where the warrant was issued, prior to your returning to this state, in order to make arrangements for you to turn yourself in and either have the warrant recalled, if possible, or have bail set so you can bail out.... Read More
You will most likely be arrested on the felony warrant. The best thing to do is to hire an attorney in the city where the warrant was issued, prior... Read More

If my mom was given a stolen car by a family member, without her knowledge of it being stolen, will she get jail time?

Answered 11 years and 2 months ago by Alexis Anne Plunkett (Unclaimed Profile)   |   2 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Criminal Defense
She can be convicted if the DA can prove that she knew or should have known that the car was stolen. Without reading discovery, I cannot give you any other case-specific information.
She can be convicted if the DA can prove that she knew or should have known that the car was stolen. Without reading discovery, I cannot give you any... Read More

I lost my license because I can't afford the fines, is there another way for me to get it back?

Answered 11 years and 2 months ago by Alexis Anne Plunkett (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Criminal Defense
You can get an identification card.
You can get an identification card.

If I got a warrant for probation violation that was issued today, is there a way I can go to court and see the judge?

Answered 11 years and 2 months ago by Alexis Anne Plunkett (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Criminal Defense
If you have a probation officer, you should contact him. If you have an attorney, your attorney can file a motion to quash the warrant and you can appear with him in court.
If you have a probation officer, you should contact him. If you have an attorney, your attorney can file a motion to quash the warrant and you can... Read More

Should my friend turn himself into his probation officer or the police after violating his probation by not checking in?

Answered 11 years and 3 months ago by Alexis Anne Plunkett (Unclaimed Profile)   |   2 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Criminal Defense
The judge and his PO will look more favorably upon him if he turns himself in, as opposed to being picked up on a warrant.
The judge and his PO will look more favorably upon him if he turns himself in, as opposed to being picked up on a warrant.

Can I have court representatives if I cannot show up in court?

Answered 11 years and 3 months ago by James Edward Smith (Unclaimed Profile)   |   2 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Criminal Defense
Only an attorney can show up in your place.
Only an attorney can show up in your place.

Can I get in trouble after I filed a false elder abuse report?

Answered 11 years and 4 months ago by Alexis Anne Plunkett (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Criminal Defense
Yes, you can be arrested and charged with a crime, possibly multiple crimes depending on how you reported the false event and to whom. Considering the falsely-accused person has been arrested, you are probably better off exonerating this person sooner rather than later. If your attorney knows about this, I'm not sure why you are consulting this forum instead of him. I'm sure he has more details than what you wrote on here.... Read More
Yes, you can be arrested and charged with a crime, possibly multiple crimes depending on how you reported the false event and to whom. Considering... Read More

If two days ago, I had a court date scheduled which I thought was at 3:00 but it was at 9:00 AM, how do I ask to dismiss the warrant?

Answered 11 years and 4 months ago by James Edward Smith (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Criminal Defense
Need to file a motion to quash warrant or get case back on calendar.
Need to file a motion to quash warrant or get case back on calendar.

Is probation or diversion with restitution an option for a class c felony theft?

Answered 11 years and 4 months ago by Riana A. Durrett (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Criminal Defense
You will be eligible for probation on a Class C felony, depending on the guilty plea negotiations (assuming you enter a plea deal), and your attorney may negotiate your case to an even less serious (such as a lower category or a gross misdemeanor). It is also possible for your attorney to obtain a guilty plea offer from the District Attorney's office that involves a "no opposition to probation" term, which would make it very likely that the court would impose probation rather than any incarceration. Your lack of criminal history will weigh strongly in your favor.... Read More
You will be eligible for probation on a Class C felony, depending on the guilty plea negotiations (assuming you enter a plea deal), and your attorney... Read More

If my husband and I got a mutual affray what will happen to us in court if we were not arrested?

Answered 11 years and 4 months ago by Riana A. Durrett (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Criminal Defense
The District Attorney's office may not pursue charges in your case, but it is within their discretion to do so. If the DA does pursue charges and seeks a jail sentence, then you will be entitled to representation. If you cannot afford an attorney, then the court will appoint one to your case. The DA could decided to pursue charges against only one of you. If you have reconciled and the fight was only verbal, not physical, then it is likely that your attorney will be able to get your charges dismissed.... Read More
The District Attorney's office may not pursue charges in your case, but it is within their discretion to do so. If the DA does pursue charges and... Read More

If I have an arrest warrant since August and never had court date can I make court date without going to jail on domestic charge?

Answered 11 years and 4 months ago by James Edward Smith (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Criminal Defense
Get an attorney to put in on calendar so you can get a walk through instead of being arrested and booked.
Get an attorney to put in on calendar so you can get a walk through instead of being arrested and booked.

Can court grant divorce if wife is convicted of felony?

Answered 11 years and 4 months ago by James Edward Smith (Unclaimed Profile)   |   3 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Criminal Defense
Of course yes.
Of course yes.

Can I do anything to keep my ex from living in his car in front of my house?

Answered 11 years and 5 months ago by James Edward Smith (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Criminal Defense
Get a restraining order.
Get a restraining order.
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