In general, No! Judges must focus primarily on the requirements for an immigration benefit. Also, whether a foreigner meets at least those requirements.

Note that for other immigration benefits, outside of the immigration court, it depends upon for what purpose. For example, a person who... View More

I'm sorry to hear about your loss. My heart goes out to you.

Family law is not the right category for this question though. It better belongs to the criminal category, as the decision to press charges is ultimately up to prosecutors and somewhat to the police. Those of us who are... View More

If there are criminal charges against the assailant, you should talk to the victim advocate. A lot of times you can get release conditions (if not already in place) that will prohibit contact or harassment. If there is no criminal case you may be able to get some form of protective order such as... View More

I'm sorry to hear of your situation. I'm sorry that your mother-in-law is not more sensitive to your needs. That is certainly a failure on her part on the human level. I wanted to give you the number for National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 800-273-8255

Unfortunately, I think you... View More

It sounds like what you are probably seeking to do is set aside your conviction. While this is not entirely what you are asking, it may accomplish your objectives. A set aside if granted will set aside the judgment of guilt and dismiss the complaint. You should consult an attorney to discuss... View More

Unfortunately you don't have a question posed. However you're free to fire your attorney at any point and hire a new one. Many, myself included, will consult with you at no charge. Good luck to you.

10 years from the date of commission for F2 and F3, 5 years for F4-6.

You're entitled to basic disclosure and anything that may be exculpatory in nature. Including statements made by co-defendants. Your attorney needs to ask for everything.

If by drug screening you are referring to UA ordered by Court/probation/pretrial services to determine whether there are any drugs in your system, typically you will be ordered to a specific provider such as Averhealth. You will have to go to that provider unless you will get permission from the... View More

The judge is correct the time to argue facts are trial. I understand this is not the answer you were hoping to hear, in criminal cases there is not a Motion for Summary Judgment where you are permitted to get a ruling of guilty or not guilty based on undisputed facts prior to trial. You can... View More

Let's think this through.... A woman you've never actually met was arrested in Nigeria for something you had nothing to do with. But you've been told by her "lawyer" that you need to pay $4500? That's called a shake down. And you're being taken for a ride as a... View More

What you're describing sounds odd. And to answer your other question, it's not abnormal. Grand juries aren't given a lot of information to make a probable cause finding. Therefore, they don't take long to deliberate that a crime was probably committed and that the defendant probably did it.

If you are going to jury trial it sounds like you already have an attorney and this is something you want to discuss with your attorney. If you have not hired an attorney it is strongly advised you consult an attorney immediately. The prosecutor is required to prove beyond a reasonable doubt that... View More

I don't entirely understand your question. If there was something that "through training and experience" an officer believed something to be heroin in plain view, they have probable cause for a search. Was there body cam? Dash cam? I suggest speaking with your attorney who can review... View More

Pro Bono attorneys are public defenders. That's what he has. They aren't private attorneys. As a former deputy public defender I can confidently say they have a huge caseload of hundreds of other cases. They don't have time to "check in" regularly. They're not there to... View More

The prosecutor has the ability to amend the Information to include new charges. Possibly a second victim or second incident? The defendant's defense attorney should be able to explain the charges.

You would need to report this behavior to the Yuma County Sheriff. If you get no response there, you would next turn to the Arizona Office of the Attorney General.

While it is possible the inmates could sue in civil court, without an investigation and findings from a law enforcement agency,... View More

No, you’re not required to speak to detectives or any law enforcement for that matter. You have the right to remain silent and the right to have an attorney present during questioning. You must however expressly invoke these rights. Meaning you must tell the detective that you wish to remain... View More

The prosecutor always has the last say in who will be charged with what, and that's generally based on the available evidence when the case is presented to them. However, in the case of felony murder, if you're in AZ, I would suspect that anyone present and "involved" in the... View More

You can absolutely sue. Your most likely claim would be intentional infliction of emotional distress. You have a really, really low potential for recovery, however. This is not a case I would personally take on a contingency fee basis (meaning you do not pay your attorney to take the case, the... View More