answered on May 23, 2017
Where do you live ? Who is your out of state lawyer? What were the charges that you pled guilty to ? Do you have any history of violence or convictions for the same?
answered on May 18, 2017
Here is a great answer to that question that our local public defender's office has on their website...
"In most cases deputy public defenders are appointed by the court. If you are charged with a crime and cannot afford to hire an attorney, ask the court to appoint a public... View More 
answered on May 18, 2017
I see no problem with any employer asking a potential candidate if they have ever been charged with a DUI. There is no law I am aware of that prohibits an employer from asking such a question. Additionally, I would ask that of any potential employee. However, remember there is a difference... View More
answered on May 18, 2017
The issue for you isn't the certification of the officer. The issue is that field sobriety tests, unless you've been ordered otherwise while on probation, are completely voluntary. That being said you have NO obligation to try to attempt these roadside agility tests. You didn't... View More
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