I've been charged with 496(A) PC, 148(A)(1) PC, and 31 PC. I have no criminal history and was only giving a ride to a family friend's acquaintance. I waited in my car, watching videos, while she went into the store. I assumed she had legitimately purchased the items because nothing seemed... View More

I was arrested for third-degree criminal trespass in a mobile home park where I was an invited guest. The property has "no trespassing" signs, but guests, including myself, were not required or expected to obtain written permission to be there, as none of the residents seemed to follow... View More

I am 18 years old and visited an adult-only website featuring webcam models called Randomvideochat.tv, which has a zero tolerance policy for minors. Usually, I block my camera from random strangers and men who often appear naked and only unblock it when interacting with models after ensuring they... View More

Jeremy Malcolm
answered on Mar 30, 2025

Thank you for your question. You did nothing wrong, and you have done the right thing by coming forward. However in cases like this, it is best not to make any further statements on an open forum. I strongly recommend that you contact a lawyer off-site for personalized advice. I am a trust and... View More

I would like to know how long the defense has to bring a misdemeanor assault case to trial in Georgia. The individual was charged on March 16, 2023. There are no legal documents specifying deadlines, and as far as we know, the case is progressing through the court system without any specific legal... View More

I would like to know if it is lawful to use flashing blue and red rear lights on a bicycle in Louisiana. The statutes R.S. 32:1(1), 32:1(107), and 32:318(F.2) mention that an "authorized emergency vehicle" can include a private vehicle, and a bicycle is defined as a vehicle but not a... View More

I discovered that my criminal record incorrectly states I was charged and convicted of two counts of aggravated trafficking in 2013. In reality, I only faced and accepted a plea for a conspiracy to commit trafficking charge with one count dismissed. Now, I am currently being charged with aggravated... View More

Hunter J Tzovarras Lawyers, want to be a Justia Connect Pro too? Learn more ›
answered on Mar 30, 2025

You will want to contact a lawyer who defends drug trafficking cases. If the prior convictions are alleged incorrectly, the lawyer can obtain the court files and move to strike the incorrect priors alleged in the Indictment.

My partner was released from jail with probation on a Friday for non violent offense and was ordered to turn himself in to the feds on Monday for another case he is facing with federal (non violent). As he was being released from jail the US Marshalls picked him up and took him to prison to await... View More

What lesser charges could potentially be considered in a situation involving the theft of a firearm, especially when there are no prior offenses?

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Anthony M. Avery Lawyers, want to be a Justia Connect Pro too? Learn more ›
answered on Mar 29, 2025

I do not think there is a TN crime precisely dealing with theft of firearms. So you are confused about the charge. However most thefts are graded according to the value of the items stole. Under a 1K is a misdemeanor.

If someone has committed crimes previously but wasn't caught until their recent offense, does this affect the severity of their charge? For instance, Peter was arrested for assaulting and robbing a pizza delivery man. He admitted to multiple similar crimes after being caught for causing severe... View More

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Michael S Pollok Lawyers, want to be a Justia Connect Pro too? Learn more ›
answered on Mar 29, 2025

It depends on whether the admissions were taken in violation of his Miranda rights. I would need to know all the facts and circumstances of how he came to be interviewed and whether he was in custody and whether he waived his Miranda rights. But assuming the statements were legally taken, then of... View More

I had an online conversation with someone who expressed interest in joining a militia in the Middle East. During our conversation, he asked me for a photo, and in a panic, I sent him a picture of a high school friend that I found on Facebook. I have not contacted any authorities, and I do not... View More

My 85-year-old mom, while driving in Las Vegas, caused a minor accident with an unregistered and uninsured vehicle. She was extremely ill at the time, later diagnosed with severe illnesses and hospitalized shortly after. She has been driving since 1986 without any previous offenses. Recently,... View More

I would like to know if a federal warrant for a controlled delivery is valid in the following scenario: An officer dressed as a postal worker left a package containing drugs at a house. The person who picked up the package is visually impaired and uses prescribed glasses. They brought the package... View More

H. Scott Aalsberg
answered on Mar 29, 2025

A lawyer would need all the facts of the case especially to see the wording of the warrant and its basis as its generally based on more than one factor, before we could give you an analysis of the validity of the warrant. Hire a lawyer or if you have one and question the advise given, hire another... View More

I have a clean record and have never been in trouble before. While driving my car with a friend, we were pulled over, and the police found a large amount of drugs in a lock box by her feet. Since it’s my vehicle, I’m being charged with everything she’s charged with, despite having no... View More

Brent T. Geers
answered on Mar 29, 2025

The man didn't need proof. Your problem is going to be that he provided some information that turned out to be accurate and hemmed you up. He probably provided that information to help himself out, which is the choice you now need to make for yourself against your friend.

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I was extorted by someone on a dating app who threatened to leak private photos of me online. In response, I contacted Digital Forensics Corp for assistance. They pressured me to choose their most expensive service options, preying on my panic and desperation. Despite their pushiness, I agreed and... View More

I have a misdemeanor theft charge in Texas and was released on a PR bond but missed my court date on October 13, 2024, resulting in an arrest warrant. I haven't addressed the warrant yet due to financial constraints. Will I face jail time if I get fingerprinted for a job in the same state?

I fell asleep at a Circle K gas station in my parked vehicle after driving all night. The keys were not in the ignition. Police opened my door and detained me without explanation, saying someone had reported a possible overdose. Despite my assurances that I don't use drugs, they placed me in... View More

I have been experiencing ongoing issues with campus police, including being followed by officers and denied a report when I attempted to report the harassment. The officers refused to provide their names and later admitted on camera to following me, only to backtrack afterward. I was arrested a... View More

I have been accused by my manager at Subway of stealing, but they have provided no proof or checked the surveillance cameras, even though I don't work alone. I have not been formally charged or spoken to the police. My manager fired me and is demanding $250 from my last paycheck, threatening... View More

In a case where someone was convicted of manslaughter after claiming self-defense but had a duty to retreat, does the motive of the assailant matter if there was no evidence of motive considered during the trial?

I was involved in an incident where an officer cited probable cause under the Plainview doctrine, claiming to have seen three brown marijuana blunts in a pack of cigarettes. However, the officer did not smell marijuana, and it wasn't clear if loose marijuana was visible. Despite this, a search... View More