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answered on May 19, 2017
Is this a follow up to the last question?
The answer is- they can be charged, but it's harder to prove.
For example if the person charged's ID is in the bag of "Illegal contents" the police may try to charge the person.
I think they would need... View More 
answered on May 19, 2017
Good question.
Possession can sometimes be proven when the government can prove dominion and control combined with exclusive access even though it's not immediately available.
Example- a large amount of drugs in the trunk of car, defendant has keys to car, no one else has... View More
Even if post conviction relief. Is the lawyer Lying when he say I can.
answered on May 13, 2017
It's highly unlikely.
In Virginia I have done so a couple of times by using a process known as " qurom novis" but that's really to correct clerical errors. But it worked for me. Good luck.
I have a warrant for FTA in CT that stems from a simple trespass ticket I didn't pay back in 2012 . I currently have a felony conviction that I can apply for expungement for in November . But if i am convicted of this FTA , then i will have to wait another 3 years to apply for a full... View More
answered on May 11, 2017
I would hire a lawyer in CT and make arrangements to turn yourself in early one morning so you can go in front of the judge and address the merits of the FTA. Of course you may be found guilty depending on the facts.
The lawyer can advise you on what your chances are. And probably handle... View More
Why would he get this charge dismissed?
answered on May 10, 2017
It could be a number of reasons.
Perhaps the evidence was insufficient.
Or they reached an agreement where he would plead to another charge and have this charge nolle prossed.
i need to pay them restitution. Why would i need to pay restitution back to the establishment if i was found not guilty/court case was dismissed?
answered on May 4, 2017
Need more info.
Was your case tried or just dismissed without a trial?
Who wrote you the letter?
I certainly wouldn't pay them anything without consulting an attorney. They could use your payment as an indication of guilt.
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