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The problem here is that you got kicked out of the ARD program and then did not attend any further court hearings which would've been required to... Read Answer
Yes, they are likely basing this on the circumstances and the theories of both actual & constrcutive possession. This is a VERY serious charge... Read Answer
You're dealing with a felony firearms case, why are you going to the public defenders office? You need to treat this with the seriousness that it is.... Read Answer
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I would really suggest getting a lawyer to represent you privately. Had you had a private lawyer this very documentation would have likely already... Read Answer
You should hire an attorney to address this ahead of time with the police. The PD's Office will not get invovled pre-charge usually. If it is... Read Answer
The way that you described this, it doesn't seem like he did anything illegal. Is he not allowed to deposit a check into his own bank account when... Read Answer
Based upon what you've indicated here, I think it's extremely likely you will be charged with possession of that cocaine. My guess is of the police... Read Answer
If you have been charged you are required to report this to Probation under standard probation conditions, and they will ultimately find it anyway.... Read Answer
Have you been criminally charged with the conduct of stealing/Theft For this second time that you've done it?
It is illegal to interfere with witness testimony. You should absolutely disclose such conduct to the DA immediately.
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Yes, this is a hit and run. You are required to remain on scene and exchange information with the owner of the property damaged.
You should have an attorney navigate this for you. This may be a good strategy to assist in negotiating the case, but if your just offering that... Read Answer
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You would have to read the final judgment that the court entered to determine what your rights and obligations are.
Sorry to hear of this unfortunate situation. A suit against the police could be in the offing. First though, defending against her charges is... Read Answer
He's going to need financial help to hire private counsel. I HIGHLY recommend hiring private counsel under these circumstances.
it's unclear where... Read Answer
You absolutely need a lawyer who we should hire in advance to turn yourself in. I have personally handled these cases. Good results are available if... Read Answer
I think you, or lawyers.com missed labeled this question. It doesn’t appear to be an immigration question. Unless you are an immigrant with or... Read Answer
Because you received a summons and the charges you mentioned, it is best that you contact an attorney to discuss the equities of your case and any... Read Answer
Most arrest warrant's will show up in the docket sheets as an inactive case. This includes bench warrants and arrest warrants. So the... Read Answer
I don’t know if you were represented for the ARD, but if not, I suggest contacting the ADA on the case.
If you wish to reply, the... Read Answer
Based on the facts presented, I would speak to the police. It sounds like the tech has essentially stolen your property.
I trust this answers... Read Answer
In the criminal justice system, the state is the Plaintiff, even if a private complaint is filed. Accordingly, your description suggests that... Read Answer
You need to talk to your pouboc defenddr. A status listing can mean several things in lnc,uding whether the case is ready for tril, whetheer the case... Read Answer