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Does the court have to remove the bond associated with that charge or can they apply it to two lesser misdemeanor charges that had a bond of $250 a piece, and call it a” blanketbond” ?
answered on Nov 4, 2024
They can apply it as a blanket bond. Whether they choose to do so or not is another story.
My then fiancee gave consent down the road from our home to let police search and I was there at the home , I do not consent. They never asked me I made it clear I did not and it was not ok.
They went to jail in June for possession charges, released in end of July on probation and recently just violated it for failure of a drug test. Is the likelihood of them getting out there? Or will court order them to rehab or will they serve the rest of their time?
answered on Oct 22, 2024
Depends on a host of factors, including prior record, Current status, judge, prosecutor, type drugs, etc.
if a c.i. comes into a house occupied by several people and video's a supposed drug deal but the video actually shows no transaction nor drugs and then another person in the house who did partake in the transaction but also not shown on the video, what will happen to both the person falsely... View More 
My friends original case was assault 4 and strangulation but they allowed him to be put on probation. Well 2 years later he was a passenger in a wreck and they arrested him for PI. Which violated his probation. Also had 7 positive drug tests for weed. They revoked his probation and has been in... View More
answered on Oct 21, 2024
Depends on many factors, including but not limited to prior record, severity of current offense, judge, prosecutor, and a host of other factors.
answered on Oct 14, 2024
Depends on your PO, the Court and whether you have any priors.
for false arrest, false imprisonment, malicious prosecution, failure to intervene and excessive unreasonable bond. This is a gross miscarriage of justice that has ruined our business and life over the last 10 months and we need help.
Need an aggressive attorney not afraid of small town... View More
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answered on Oct 12, 2024
I'm truly sorry to hear about the challenges you're facing. It's important to connect with someone who can fiercely advocate for your rights and help navigate the complexities of your situation.
Start by reaching out to the Kentucky Bar Association, which can provide... View More
answered on Oct 2, 2024
Any number of reasons but most likely to get a status conference date and/or a trial date.
100 Acre farm purchased by a set of four brothers and held with undivided interest for over 18 years. THEN they decided to divide the farm into parcels (one for each brother/spouse). BUT they specifically left ONE tract deeded amongst ALL of them (main entryway onto property and also included a... View More
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answered on Sep 26, 2024
It would be almost impossible to backdate the recording of a deed at the courthouse. But the deed should be examined very closely, especially checking out the notary's commission and the signatures themselves. Notary should be found and questioned. Whoever drafted the deed should be... View More
answered on Sep 11, 2024
You file the motion asking for all of the evidence against you as well as all exculpatory evidence. You file the original in the court file and send a copy to the prosecutor.
Statement he is sitting in jail no court date or anything what can we do
answered on Sep 7, 2024
Hire a lawyer to get case redocketed and get a bond set for him.
They are sending it off to a lab, and I am positive that the results will come back that I didn't do anything. But right now I'm stressing really bad about it because I have a lot on the line. How reliable are these lab results? What can I do to calm my nerves and reassure myself until... View More
answered on Sep 7, 2024
Go have your own independent test for fentanyl so you’ll have evidence to refute the positive test.
answered on Sep 4, 2024
Most likely not. Drivers and ID licensing are separate divisions of the clerk’s office.
When I moved out of my old house after divorcing from my husband, he held a lot of my mail from me just out of spite and I genuinely knew nothing about having a court appearance until a few days ago. Can a lawyer show up for me to lift a bench warrant or will I have to go to court myself?
answered on Sep 11, 2024
The lawyer can have it recalled and you don’t have to appear if it is a misdemeanor. If it is a felony, you too will have to appear.
I purchased a boat. I misplaced the title and found it months later. I took it to the county clerks office to have it transferred and they informed me that the previous owner had filed for a lost title a few weeks prior. The previous owner was paid in full. I still have the original title signed... View More
answered on Sep 11, 2024
You will likely have to sue the previous owner to quiet title to the boat. More information is necessary to determine whether fraud is involved.
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answered on Aug 31, 2024
Posting a picture of your husband and his mistress in a hotel parking lot could potentially raise legal issues. Depending on the circumstances, it might be considered an invasion of privacy or could lead to defamation claims if the content is misleading or causes harm to someone's reputation.... View More
answered on Sep 8, 2024
Contact your local bar association or legal aid society. They maintain a list of lawyers who can help you.
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answered on Aug 31, 2024
It sounds like you and your family are facing a very challenging and distressing situation. If you believe someone is targeting you with any form of harassment or illegal activity, the first step is to document everything you can. Keep records of any interactions, communications, or incidents that... View More
My former spouse for 18 years has been using family courts different stages, exploiting me, using my son even now at 18 as a spy weapon and a domestic violence tactic to punish me through courts , judicial system, devastating crimes,interstate patent kidnapping, breaking criminal law In court , my... View More
answered on Aug 29, 2024
You will need to hire a private attorney to review and possibly file suit if practicable.
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