Criminal summons was for a car accident where my ex had cancelled the insurance policy on me shortly after the wreck so that it didn’t count on her insurance and I would get stuck with everything. I was unaware this had happened and I thought I was covered. I missed the court date to it due to no... View More 
answered on Dec 7, 2023
Hire a lawyer to redocket them immediately and recall warrants and you can probably avoid being arrested.
He has a 100,000 dollar bond and has not been indited yet it has been 62 days since his last court date
He has a 100,000 dollar bond and has not been indited yet it has been 62 days since his last court date
answered on Dec 6, 2023
He will have to appear if they ever get around to charging him.
has not been to grand jury yet what should I do to get him released he has never been in trouble before this situation
answered on Dec 6, 2023
Being in jail 67 days does not trigger any automatic release. He has to have been in jail more than 60 days from the day his Case left district court and went to the Commonwealth attorneys office for review. If you believe that is happened, I would hire a private attorney to follow motion... View More
Here are his charges ..
COMPTICS, 1ST DEGREE, 1ST OFFENSE (>= 2 GMS METHAMPHETAMINE)
OBS TBUT OR DISP SHOPLIFTING $500 OR MORE BUTU/$10,000 *OBS TBUT OR DISP SHOPLIFTING $500 OR MORE BUTU/$10,000
POSS CONT SUB, 1ST DEGREE, 1ST OFF (METHAMPHETAMINE)
*0BS TBUTOR... View More
answered on Dec 2, 2023
Highly unlikely he’s getting out with those charges and a bond violation.
answered on Dec 2, 2023
Depends on his criminal record and severity of current charges.
My husband has been on hip for 2 months now and been reporting to his PO every Wednesday since he been on hip . He went to report the other day and they drug tested him for the first time and he failed the test and they locked him up . His pd put n a motion to see about getting him back out on hip... View More
My husband has been on hip for 2 months now and been reporting to his PO every Wednesday since he been on hip . He went to report the other day and they drug tested him for the first time and he failed the test and they locked him up . His pd put n a motion to see about getting him back out on hip... View More
answered on Dec 2, 2023
No. It means that the judge will look at the motion and then make a decision as to whether you’re staying in jail or getting out of jail.
Lawyers, want to be a Justia Connect Pro too? Learn more ›
answered on Dec 5, 2023
Under Kentucky law, including KRS 61.878(1)(i), there are certain circumstances where a police department may withhold a police report, especially in cases involving an ongoing investigation or where the release of information could compromise the investigation. However, as the parent of a deceased... View More
probation and sentences him to a year to serve. It is past the six-month point for him to file for shock probation on the revocation. Is there an exception for that time limit
answered on Dec 1, 2023
No. Notice he didn’t make the motion within six months of being incarcerated.
Can u explain in as much detail as possible exactly what criteria a defendant must meet in order to have standing to contest an invalid search warrant of a residence?"
In the simpliest way possible can u explain exactly what it means for a person to have "standing" and/or to "not have standing" in Ky in relation to searches & seizures and/or contesting invalid search warrants).
answered on Nov 30, 2023
Standing means a person or persons have the right to challenge certain things, like a traffic stop, search or seizure. Lack of standing means a person or persons does not meet the criteria for them to be able to challenge certain aspects such as a traffic stop, search or seizure.
Law enforcement weighed and took pics of drug evidence weighing 9 grams, but when the lab report came back it said there was 14 grams
Lawyers, want to be a Justia Connect Pro too? Learn more ›
answered on Nov 22, 2023
If there is a discrepancy in the weight of drug evidence between law enforcement and the crime lab, it could have a significant impact on the outcome of a criminal case. In Kentucky, the weight of drug evidence is often used to determine the severity of the crime and the appropriate punishment. For... View More
Prosecutor claims to have video evidence proving guilt. They refused to show the evidence but offered 7 years as opposed to the 10-20 years for alleged crime. They said the offer is only available if defendant doesn't request access to supposed evidence being used against them. If defendant... View More
answered on Nov 21, 2023
The prosecutor can attach that as an offer to his deal for you to plead but he may not lie to you or your lawyer regarding the evidence or contents.
Pulled over for not wearing seat belt and driver of vechile got arrested for driving on D.U.I suspended license the driver told the law they didn't have consent to search and the owner of the car also there at the time told the law they couldn't search they searched anyways found dope in the car
answered on Nov 21, 2023
More facts are needed to answer your question about an illegal search and seizure.
i was arrested in nov 22 and it was ruled upon by ealier this year....after 5000 cash bond was picked up (2 days later) i was rearested w no new charges on indictment warrant for the felony possession but it had already been ruled on. now i have been infront of judge about 10x and still no... View More
Lawyers, want to be a Justia Connect Pro too? Learn more ›
answered on Nov 18, 2023
In your situation, if you were re-arrested for the same charge that had already been ruled upon, it raises concerns about potential double jeopardy, which is prohibited under the Fifth Amendment of the U.S. Constitution. Double jeopardy means being tried twice for the same offense after a ruling... View More
in 2009 when i was 18 years old i was convicted of unlawful transaction with a minor and served a few years in prison. released in 2014 and on probation for 5 years following until released in 2019 from probation. still having to register as a sex offender. in july 2023 i was arrested by the local... View More
Lawyers, want to be a Justia Connect Pro too? Learn more ›
answered on Nov 18, 2023
I understand your concern about being arrested twice for the same non-compliance issue with the sex offender registry. This situation appears to raise questions about false imprisonment or wrongful detention. It's essential to seek legal representation immediately to address this matter... View More
Justia Ask a Lawyer is a forum for consumers to get answers to basic legal questions. Any information sent through Justia Ask a Lawyer is not secure and is done so on a non-confidential basis only.
The use of this website to ask questions or receive answers does not create an attorney–client relationship between you and Justia, or between you and any attorney who receives your information or responds to your questions, nor is it intended to create such a relationship. Additionally, no responses on this forum constitute legal advice, which must be tailored to the specific circumstances of each case. You should not act upon information provided in Justia Ask a Lawyer without seeking professional counsel from an attorney admitted or authorized to practice in your jurisdiction. Justia assumes no responsibility to any person who relies on information contained on or received through this site and disclaims all liability in respect to such information.
Justia cannot guarantee that the information on this website (including any legal information provided by an attorney through this service) is accurate, complete, or up-to-date. While we intend to make every attempt to keep the information on this site current, the owners of and contributors to this site make no claims, promises or guarantees about the accuracy, completeness or adequacy of the information contained in or linked to from this site.
