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Q: My brother was sentenced to 12 years and the case was Nolp.is there anything we can do
Robert Jason De Groot
Robert Jason De Groot
answered on Aug 19, 2015

Your question is confusing. What do you mean by Nolp? If the case was dropped, why was he sentenced to 12 years? You might think about either conferring with the attorney who represented him or going to a private attorney of your own choosing with all relevant documents including a transcript.

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Q: I'm a newly employed Delaware corrections officer. my husband is scheduled to be paroled from NJ. Will they release him
Robert Jason De Groot
Robert Jason De Groot
answered on Oct 26, 2015

Perhaps, when it is time for him to be released.

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Q: Can someone be indicted without ever being formally charged

My child was arrested for murder 1and was never arrested

Robert Jason De Groot
Robert Jason De Groot
answered on Nov 3, 2015

You have a very confusing question here. Arrested and never arrested?

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Q: Do criminal lawyers take on criminal cases against the state of Delaware on a contingency basis?
Charles Snyderman
Charles Snyderman
answered on Jul 24, 2014

No. In fact, a Delaware lawyer who does this would be subject to being disciplined.

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Q: I violated a no contact order after me and my ex decided to work things out what is going to happen to me

The arrwsting officer was ddriving by her house and saw me and arrested me again what is going to happen to me am I going to jail

Michael L. Sensor
Michael L. Sensor
answered on Jul 31, 2014

The State could choose to bring a new charge of Breach of Release against you, which could result in your bail being increased, converted to secured status, or even revoked. You should cease posting about it anywhere, because your postings could be used against you in a prosecution. You should also... View More

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Q: State of DE pressed charges against my husband for offensive touching and my sister and I don't want to press charges

we aren't looking to press charges he is in jail but the whole ordeal was more blown up by the NCCPD

Michael L. Sensor
Michael L. Sensor
answered on Jul 31, 2014

Unfortunately, the call to drop the charges cannot be made by you and your sister. That decision is made by the Attorney General's Office. However, under Delaware law the prosecutor is required to consult with the victim of a crime before offering a plea bargain. Therefore, when the time comes... View More

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Q: If I got a arson felony charge when I was 15 years old is it still on record now that im 25
Charles Snyderman
Charles Snyderman
answered on May 18, 2014

I am not a criminal defense attorney, but it is my understanding that the charge is still on your record. However, there is a process for seeking to have the charge expunged. I suggest that you consult with an attorney who has expertise in this area.

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Q: What is the process of applying for expungement of criminal record?

Wilmington, delaware

Charles Snyderman
Charles Snyderman
answered on Apr 25, 2014

The procedure is set forth in detail on the Court's website. Here's a link. http://courts.delaware.gov/forms/download.aspx?ID=62048

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Q: Do I need a lawyer for a shoplifting misdomeaner charge?

I had a charge two years ago and was given probation before judgement. I can not have a criminal record in the state of DE because I work in the public schools as a Speech/Language Pathologist.

Charles Snyderman
Charles Snyderman
answered on Apr 29, 2014

You should definitely contact a Delaware criminal defense attorney

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Q: I HAD A FELONEY 30 YEARS AGO CAN I BECOME A LAWYER
Kristin Treager
Kristin Treager
answered on Dec 6, 2013

I'd suggest that you contact the Delaware Bar Association if that is the State in which you plan to reside and practice. http://www.dsba.org/ I would also contact the law schools at which you plan to apply. They may have their own rules restricting those who may apply based on criminal... View More

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Q: What is the process for one to get off the sex regristry in delaware
Charles Snyderman
Charles Snyderman
answered on Jun 21, 2014

I am not an expert in this area, but it is my understanding that a tier 1 offender must be registered for 15 years, but can file a petition to be removed after 10 years. The petition is filed with the Delaware Superior Court.

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Q: What is the maximum penalty for disobeying a police officer's command while operating a vehicle
Charles Snyderman
Charles Snyderman
answered on May 12, 2014

it's a class G Felony. The minimum penalty is $575.Maximum is incarceration for up to 2 years.

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