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answered on Jan 29, 2020
You never have to have a lawyer, just like you don't need to have a doctor to do surgery. You will probably get better results if you have a professional, but you can try to do it yourself.
I would recommend getting an attorney ASAP. If you are in deportation proceedings you are at... View More 
What were his arguements and how did the court proceed to convict and order his penalties?
answered on Jan 26, 2020
This site isn’t designed to substitute for that kind of research. There is plenty of information on bundy available on the web for you to read up on.
I was suffering from a period of Incapacity due to third degree burns, burn surgery, and an eighteen month recovery from those burns and the surgery. I could not adequately represent myself. I had my Constitutional rights trampled all over. They did not provide what was subpoenaed for that trial.... View More
answered on Jan 24, 2020
It sounds like you have a complex civil appellate matter. You should consult privately with an attorney who handles civil rights appeals. You can use the search function on this site and give a few a call.
I complied with all requirements yet my public record still states that I was convicted and is preventing me from renting and finding work.
answered on Jan 24, 2020
If the case really was resolved with a stay of adjudication and you completed probation successfully, a conviction should never have been entered. Sounds like there may be an error by court staff. You should have a lawyer help you get this corrected.
I live out of State and had no idea that I had a court date. I am a single mother with limited income. This has to be some type of fraud. How do I find out what it's about and get the warrants lifted without going to jail. I have never wrote a bad check. I have no clue what this would be... View More
answered on Jan 19, 2020
You need to get an attorney on your side. If you can’t afford one, you will have to turn yourself in and get a public defender.
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answered on Jan 15, 2020
I am not sure what you are asking. Try re-posting with some additional details about your situation.
My wife of 12yrs has a deportation status but never deported or remove because her county is not willing to take people back yet (Vietnam and she was here as of 1985 and she has the deportation status before we go marry and I am a US Citizen). Is there any way we could get her status back? Any form... View More
answered on Jan 15, 2020
This is a complex question. Certainly not the kind of question to be answered off the cuff on a site like this. I suggest you and your wife consult with an immigration lawyer to learn all of your options.
School bus has red lights on, is on the road that has a stopsign to the main road.
answered on Jan 14, 2020
The general rule is that if the stop arm is out and the lights are on you are supposed to stop until the arm is retracted and the lights are turned off.
I'm a senior in high school and I am currently on a L2 visa until 2022, and I want to study aviation in the US. I was talking to an admissions counselor and she told me "Aviation Pilot is NOT an approved program for those seeking an F-1 visa at this time". Does that mean I can only... View More
answered on Jan 15, 2020
Immigration law is often very complex. Your best bet is going to be sitting down and having a consult with an immigration lawyer. Only then will they be able to explain all of your options and help you select the best one.
By bf and I have an ofp and also a danco. I have court this wed to ask to modify the ofp as I'm pregnant and want phone calls and for him to attend my Dr appts. Hes in treatment. If they grant the ofp modification does that go for the danco as well or do I have to do something else for the... View More
answered on Jan 13, 2020
If there are multiple orders prohibiting contact they would all need to be modified in order for contact to be allowed. If only one is modified, the other would remain in effect and contact would be a violation.
My bf is being charged with 2nd deg assault w/dangerous weapon. I don't want to testify as I dont want him to go to jail. The issue was he was on drugs and now in a long term treatment program. I wanted him to get help for his issues. He is pleading not guilty and taking it to trial. If I get... View More
answered on Jan 13, 2020
You could be held in contempt and the judge could also issue a warrant for your arrest.
But I'm married and stay with my wife..
answered on Jan 13, 2020
Yes, you will still have to deal with your case even if you do not have a lawyer. You can try to apply for a public defender again with updated financial information or you can reach out to a private attorney. Many of us offer free consultations.
If the breath test report does not include the test subjects name or any of the identification information the report request to be completed by the officer filling in the data fields for the breath test operation and report... is it admissible in court? Report had no mention of who the test... View More
answered on Jan 13, 2020
The state will likely have other ways to provide this information and have the test record admitted. If you are facing a DWI charge, you really should have an attorney helping you.
I’m being charged w/disorderly conduct as a result of my fiancée calling/lying to police during a bad argument. He told the officer that I hit him during this, when I did no such thing. In my struggle to get away from him (I was pinned up against a wall) the most I did was yell loudly for my... View More
answered on Jan 13, 2020
There are a few different ways to keep this from becoming a conviction on your record. You should have an attorney assist you to give you the best chance to avoid a negative impact on your record.
she took and kept phone for no stated reason he missed his call to her two days later now he is in jail for 2 months with high bail she had no reason to take it she monitored for a year
answered on Jan 13, 2020
I am not sure I completely understand the situation. I recommend contacting an attorney do discuss all of the facts. Then an attorney will be able to advise on what can or should be done.
You are 21. You got pulled over right after leaving so alcohol was still in your mouth/saliva so you blew over. Once you get to the station you blow under. What happens? Do you still get a DUI or DWI?
answered on Jan 13, 2020
You could still be charged with DWI if the state believes they can prove that you were under the influence.
I've spoken on the phone with him and he just keeps saying we need to talk and I've told him that have nothing to say to him without a lawyer how can I find out what this about without meeting the detective
answered on Jan 13, 2020
You should hire an attorney to represent you. Then your attorney will be able to contact the detective and determine what is going on as well as advise you on your best course of action.
Case was dismissed because Defendant wanted a complaint. Case was re-opened same day as dismissed with same case number and clerk says it was never really dismissed. There is a Motion to Dismiss that was not officially "heard" will that have to be re-submitted?
answered on Jan 13, 2020
I would need to take a look at the court documents to ensure that I understand the entire situation, but as a general rule, a prosecutor can usually re-charge a case that they have previously dismissed. You should have a lawyer assist you in fighting your case.
Stimulation offered to me i refused to agree to. Saw judge once and he said I needed to file some sort of claim or process but I cant remember what or which. What do I do to start legally regaining my property and sue the county for unneeded force by running into my parked and shut off truck... View More
answered on Jan 13, 2020
In order to fight the forfeiture of your vehicle, you need to file a petition for judicial review within 60 days. This is a complicated process and you should have an attorney assist you.
im on appeal currently because, I was pulled over as passenger in a vehicle I was placed under arrest for a misdemeanor non drug related warrant at the time of my arrest I was detained and moved to a squad car later a k-9 sniff of the car lead to a physical search, in that perch was found in a... View More
answered on Jan 13, 2020
You should have an attorney assisting you with this. There are very particular rules about how things must be done on appeal. If you try to do this on your own, you may end up making costly mistakes.
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