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1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law for South Dakota on
Q: What should I expect in South Dakota for initial modification revocation hearing?

I’m wondering if they are going to put me in jail or something today or what do they mean by? I don’t need a lawyer today

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answered on Dec 17, 2024

I'm assuming this is for a felony probation violation. If so, it depends on the recommendation of court services. Typically they will keep you in jail if they want to terminate your probation or feel like you need to serve some jail time. You can request bond, if approved it likely means... View More

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Q: my daughter punched a kid that was bullying her and now she’s got assault charges. What do I do?

This kid had been bullying her for months. She warned him multiple times to stop now she is facing assault charges and I don’t think that that’s right. What do I do?

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answered on Dec 12, 2024

My response is based on the assumption that your daughter is a juvenile. You should either hire an attorney before her advisory hearing or apply for a court appointed attorney at the advisory hearing. Then work with the attorney to prepare for an adjudicatory hearing, which is like a trial in... View More

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Q: if i turned my vehicle in as stolen and then was arrested I5 days later after it was found and searched for pcs

I turned my vehicle in as stolen, although i did know who took it i had not given them permission to take it and they took it while i was sleeping. After 5 days of being missing, it was located right where i told them it would be and it was towed back to my town and searched without them even... View More

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answered on Dec 9, 2024

The answer to your question depends greatly on the specific facts of your case. I would recommend retaining an attorney who can obtain the discovery and review the law enforcement reports to see how law enforcement determined there was probable cause to arrest your for this. Often times law... View More

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Q: How should I get my restricted work permit for the 2nd time when I finished my probation period and the case is sealed?

I was charged with vehicular battery, the judge ordered a suspended imp of sentence and granted me a restricted work permit to go to work/medical app.. I finished the probation period and the case is sealed. Now I’m trying to renewal my restricted permit because I have a new insurance. I went to... View More

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answered on Oct 1, 2024

How long were your driving privileges revoked for? Was it longer than for the probationary sentence? If no, then you should be able to apply to have your driving privileges reinstated. If yes, then you may need to explore a sentence modification that would allow you to have a work permit during the... View More

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Q: Recently indicted by grand jury wondering what steps to take
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answered on Dec 5, 2024

The easy answer is that you need to retain an attorney to help you navigate the Circuit Court process. This is not something you want to try and do on your own. However, a more specific answer depends on what the charges you were indicted are for. Additionally, you'll want to know if there is... View More

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Q: I need law help on behalf of my friends rights getting violated against of the union county south dakota jail staff
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answered on Nov 5, 2024

One thing your friend needs to do is file a grievance and appeal it with the jail staff until he’s exhausted all remedies.

Can you be more specific about how is rights are being violated. If you’re not comfortable sharing that information publicly call my office and schedule an appointment.

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law and Traffic Tickets for South Dakota on
Q: received a court summons for reckless driving I performed a wheelie on a motorcycle. What punishments am I looking at?

Performed a wheelie on a public road while in view of an unmarked/undercover cop. Received a court summons for “reckless driving” this is a first time offense for me

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answered on Oct 1, 2024

You're most likely looking at a monetary fine with suspended jail time (meaning as long as you pay your fine and don't get in more trouble you won't have to serve any jail time).

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