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I was raped and physically assaulted by someone I know. He was arrested and being charged with multiple felonies, but the charges were dropped. I haven’t gotten an explanation as to why. Who makes the decision? What are some common reasons why charges, especially felonies, would be dropped?
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answered on Jul 6, 2023
I'm really sorry to hear about your traumatic experience.
The decision to drop charges is typically made by the prosecutor's office handling the case. Common reasons for charges being dropped can include insufficient evidence, witness credibility issues, concerns about a fair... View More 
Was let go the day of the incident
Arrested but on a different case but was a misunderstood and let go
Recently issued a warrant
But when I was getting questioned I was getting questioned by the fbl or Dea about a different case that has nothing to do with me
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answered on Jul 10, 2023
It's important to consult with a legal professional to understand the specifics of your case and address your concerns about the timing of the warrant. They can review the details, assess any grounds for challenging the case or seeking dismissal, and provide guidance based on their expertise.... View More
im just wondering what thos mean thats whats said on court dockets
answered on Jun 11, 2023
Exoneration of the bond means the Court will advise whoever put up the bond that it has been released and the bond holder is no longer liable.
Surrender defendant means the defendant showed up.
I just found out that I have a misdemeanor bench warrant in Idaho for failure to appear. I have a new job that ran my background and found it. I need to resolve this, ASAP so I can start my job. In 2009, I had a misdemeanor DUI ( first offense ). I did community service and paid a small fine.... View More
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answered on May 26, 2023
Your best bet is to hire a lawyer in the same area as the court. Sometimes they can file a motion to get the warrant Quashed and get you some time to complete the classes. Sometimes the judge makes you appear. If there is a bond on the warrant you can pay the bond and ask to have a telephonic... View More
The court appointed attorney but he never returned calls or emails so we hired a law firm for my son and the attorney they appointed to him has not filed for a bond reduction that we had asked him to do 4 months ago. He just says he dont think they will lower bond. We are from out of state. My son... View More
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answered on May 25, 2023
The lawyer works for you. If you are not happy with your lawyer you need to communicate that to them and give them a chance to make things right. If nothing changes, You can ask the managing partner of the firm to give you a new lawyer. If they will not or you are not satisfied with their... View More
answered on May 19, 2023
I’m bothered by the word “findings.”
Generally speaking, a private investigator would be called as a witness and is able to testify from personal knowledge what he did, what he saw, what an adverse party told him, and what other people said which may be an exception to the hearsay rule.
My lawyer neglected to show proof that i did not assult my sister with my car, she previously jumped in front of my brothers car with my niece inside the car, exactly the same situation as with mine and both my brother and niece wrote their account to help support the fact that she jumped in front... View More
answered on May 9, 2023
You need to hire another lawyer and (assuming you are within the statutory time limit for doing so) ask for either a reconsideration of your case (by the same judge) or an appeal. Your argument is ineffective assistance of counsel. Please, understand that this forum is NOT a substitute for hiring... View More
I was pulled over for speeding and the officer was asking me about my recent arrest and I was unaware of this arrest. He informed me I had been arrested a week prior and charged with fraudulent schemes and taking identity of another. I was not present for this arrest and had no knowledge of this... View More
answered on May 7, 2023
One possibility is that the Court may have issued a summons and after you failed to appear at your court date, an arrest warrant issued. It could be that you never were aware of the summons and it was sent to a bad address. You should consult a criminal defense lawyer to go in greater detail and... View More
In Phoenix, AZ with no record at all, not even a ticket. I was charged with ARS 13-1805 for shoplifting from a Hobby Lobby for 50-60 dollars in things and noticed the ticket (printed onto a traffic ticket) doesnt have any detailed information on it, my eye and hair color are wrong, and something... View More
answered on Apr 10, 2023
For misdemeanor charges, it is common for them to be charged by an officer using the Arizona Traffic Ticket and Complaint form even when it is not a traffic offense. For a first offense sometimes there is an opportunity at diversion. Regardless, you should contact a lawyer immediately to help go... View More
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answered on May 2, 2023
Social Security Administration (SSA) does not put a tracer on Social Security numbers. However, if you have an outstanding warrant, it could potentially affect your ability to obtain employment as employers often conduct background checks. It is important to address any outstanding warrants and... View More
Also can the News Media have rights to broadcast a minor identity as well as false information
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answered on Apr 6, 2023
In the United States, a minor who is being charged with a crime generally has the right to have a parent or attorney present during questioning. This is to ensure that the minor's rights are protected and that they are not coerced into making statements that could incriminate them.... View More
I was arrested 7 years ago for a check I went to jail my husband bonded me out I went back to court and the judge told me no further charges were being filed and told us where to go to get the bond money back. But in January I was arrested on a warrant to that I knew nothing about a d got ORd and... View More
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answered on Apr 3, 2023
You need to call me asap. 480 620 8568
I was pulled over for suspicion of DUI in late January and was released from jail the following day. I was charged with the DUI in September.
answered on Apr 6, 2023
Yes, Rule 8 applies; however, this is different from the statute of limitations. The statute of limitations is the time the prosecutor has to file charges whereas Rule 8 involves your right to a speedy trial after charges are already filed. For a misdemeanor DUI the prosecutor typically has up to... View More
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answered on Mar 8, 2023
Can you rewrite your question so that there is more clarity? It is difficult to discern exactly what you are asking.
Dangerous Drug/ paraphernalia posession,under threshold. Co-defendant confessed to putting it in my pocket when pulled over for traffic violation. He claimed full responsibility for it 2 times, 2nd time post miranda
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answered on Mar 7, 2023
Yes, even if your co-defendant admits to possessing any or all of the drugs, you can also be charged. There are a few different reasons why that are going to depend on your specific case. First, it could be a false confession that the evidence doesn't support. Second, you can still be in such... View More
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answered on Mar 3, 2023
Yes there is. It is not easy to get and there is definitely no guarantee that it will happen. The first thing to do is to hire a private lawyer because it is very rare that you can get this kind of outcome without a private lawyer. The lawyer will work to negotiate a deal down to a misdemeanor. The... View More
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answered on Feb 28, 2023
Warrants have many strict rules that if they are not followed and executed correctly then they can be dismissed. However, you seem to be saying there was a 10 day limit on an arrest warrant. I have never seen a deadline to execute an arrest warrant.
It is common with search warrants that... View More
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answered on Feb 28, 2023
If someone is working as an active duty police officer, then they have to act in a professional manner consistent with their training. If they do something illegal then they should be reported. If something they did violated your constitutional rights and they charged you with a crime then you... View More
I am smi. I thought drug traffickers were trafficking children. I am now suicidal about my felony. Can my suicidalness get my case dismissed?
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answered on Feb 28, 2023
No. In almost every situation, you cannot get a case dismissed due to suicidal inclinations or attempts. That is not a legal defense to your charges. There are situations where the life circumstance of someone can change and that could cause a case to be dismissed. In one example, someone is... View More
For means of transportation
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answered on Feb 28, 2023
Most felony courts refer to this as a Donald Advisement. This is where the prosecutor is required to say out loud to the judge and the rest of the court what the current plea offer is. They also state if the defendant has any prior felonies and whether they are category 1, 2, or 3 if you lose your... View More
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