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answered on Nov 6, 2019
There aren't enough facts to answer this accurately. It's broadest definition can be for both legal and illegal things.
answered on Mar 13, 2019
While it is not a violation it does weaken your case to have one in the first place and if the defendant does violate it gives them a defense.
I wasn't in the car, the keys weren't in the car, the car wasn't even warm when they got there about an hour after the call was made. I consented to the blood test.
answered on Mar 8, 2019
Yes you can fight this. But you need an experienced attorney who has done this before. You should contact a lawyer right away
Being held in prison for traffic tickets and the possession charge. Has a detainer from Berks county for probation violation.
answered on Mar 5, 2019
it depends but you need to contact a lawyer right away. If you have a detainer you need to hire an experienced lawyer to help you through this.
He did not have a key in the ignition or hot wired it.
answered on Mar 3, 2019
Sounds like he could be charged with unauthorized use of a motor vehicle. Or even stealing that vehicle. You should reach out to a lawyer right away.
answered on Feb 5, 2019
What is your warrant for? If they have an arrest warrant then yes they can arrest you. If you are turning yourself in, you should contact a lawyer and have them accompany you. You should NOT speak to the police about whatever they are bringing you in for. It is of vital importance that you call an... View More 
There was drugs found in house in an area away from the room I was in. In the bathroom.
answered on Feb 4, 2019
This question has a lot of moving parts to it. If the house is not yours but the cops had a warrant for your arrest and they knew that you were in there, then there is a good argument that they would have needed a search warrant for the house to go and get you. However that will not do much for... View More
It was caught on camera. I didn’t have a weapon. I screamed to fight her and I chest bumped her. I was newly diagnosed with bipolar and they just changed my meds. I complained about aggression, but they said it was me getting used to the meds. Once this incident happened, I was immediately taken... View More
answered on Feb 4, 2019
You could use your mental health as a defense to a crime. Many counties have mental health courts that specialize in cases like this. You should speak with an attorney who has experience dealing with mental health court in your county.
I never signed any release form
answered on Feb 4, 2019
I am not sure how the hospital would know that you are on probation or parole unless you told them. I'm not sure why the hospital would care enough to do that. Ultimately I dont believe that they would do this without your consent. I do not believe that they can do this without your consent either.
My daughter has her Snapchat pubialy posted on her instagram page. She received an anonymous friend request. He said he is a friend from school who has a girlfriend but has seen my daughter from a distance and thinks she is hot.
My daughter asked who it is and he instantly responded to... View More
answered on Feb 4, 2019
No this would likely not be considered stalking. The law has not caught up to where technology has gone yet. This would not be stalking in my opinion. You can block someone from contacting you on most sites. Stalking would require continuous behavior and not just one or two creepy messages.
Probation is 3x/wk checkin for 3 months in PA, for second dui offense. He slept thru a morning meeting and was arrested that day, and is being held for a week until his hearing with the judge. Is this typical or do you think something additional happened?
answered on Feb 4, 2019
missing a probation check in is a violation and depending on how long you have been on probation and which judge and probation officer you have will go a long way as to what could happen to you. Also it will matter what you are on probation for. Many times a judge will tell someone that if they... View More
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