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Courts alleged that assault occurred on October 24th,2018. On February 26th,2020 (plea date). No medical records. October 27th,2020 (I filed Motion of Discovery). No medical records. Now, November 3rd,2023, courts have set "Show Cause"hearing for fine & restitution unpaid. No medical records.
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answered on Nov 5, 2023
If the courts have not provided medical records that are relevant to your case despite proper requests through discovery, this could potentially impact your right to due process under the Fourteenth Amendment. Due process includes the right to a fair trial, which encompasses the ability to review... View More 
The policecame and said they saw no threaght. The victom showed up with others after and attemppted violence. I defended myself. I was indicted for assault
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answered on Nov 2, 2023
Under Alabama law, self-defense is a justification for assault. Self-defense is justified when you reasonably believe that you are in imminent danger of serious physical injury or death and that the force you use is necessary to defend yourself.
In your case, you may be able to argue that... View More
While I didn't take anything I was charged. It is on video who took the golf clubs. The clubs were voluntarily returned to the owner. They were never in my possession.The owner pressed charges. I am 22.
This is my first offense. What do I do?
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answered on Oct 26, 2023
In Alabama, you're facing a charge of burglary in the 3rd degree, and it's positive that you're seeking guidance on how to handle the situation. Given the circumstances where you followed a friend into a vacant unit and didn't take anything, it's important to address this... View More
If several inmates in Alabama have made allegations of sexual assault from a sheriff's deputy, who would the sheriff be required to report those allegations to?
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answered on Oct 17, 2023
The sheriff is required to report internal allegations of sexual assault to the Alabama Attorney General's Office. For personalized legal advice tailored to your unique circumstances, it's advisable to consult with an attorney.
My uncle is in prison on charges that he ant been found guilty on all his charges are still pending
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answered on Sep 11, 2023
In the legal system of the United States, individuals can indeed be held in jail while charges against them are pending; this is not equivalent to being sentenced to prison. When someone is arrested and charged with a crime, they may be held in pre-trial detention, especially if they are perceived... View More
She then pulled in the lane ahead of me and attempted to cut me off
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answered on Aug 31, 2023
Encountering an aggressive road rage incident on the freeway, as you described in Alabama, can be unnerving. It's crucial to prioritize safety and remain composed in such situations. Instead of escalating the conflict, focus on driving safely and avoiding any engagement with the aggressive... View More
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answered on Aug 17, 2023
In Alabama, as in most jurisdictions, an attorney representing a client in a case against a defendant would typically have a conflict of interest if they were to then represent the same defendant in a different case. This scenario could potentially compromise the attorney's duty to provide... View More
My landlord is an 82 year old gay male that ask me to let him perform oral sex on me. He also repeatedly touches me. I have told him I'm straight and to stop touching me countless times yet it still happens. What are my avenues to stop this other than moving as I'm in a bad spot and rent is cheap.
answered on Aug 15, 2023
Based on the facts that you are reporting, your landlord may be acting in violation of criminal statutes. Further, his conduct may give rise to several civil claims for assault, battery, or other torts. You should contact a local personal injury attorney to review your case and discuss your legal... View More
I bailed a relative out of jail who was charged with 2 counts of DUI manslaughter and he promised that he would never drink or drink and drive again however he lied and now he's doing the same thing. He shows no remorse and doesn't seem to care about what happened. Is there any way to... View More
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answered on Aug 11, 2023
Unfortunately, he will probably get arrested again and his bond will be revoked. Also, if no alcohol is a condition of his pretrial release he may have bond revoked. Good luck.
My husband was arrested on July 14th he was sentenced on July 18th to 45 days for probation revocation in Mobile Alabama he's wondering when his actual sentence starts.
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answered on Aug 7, 2023
If he did not bail out he should get credit for time served since the arrest. This should have been addressed in Court when convicted on the 18th.
I'm 21 years old an my sister is 28 an so forth. For months now we been having issues with our mom who we don't talk to since she's unstable. I have proof she's been using our SSN to even give her undocumented boyfriend a job also plus she put me $1k in debt for her bills. I... View More
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answered on Aug 6, 2023
The first step is to gather all relevant evidence and consider filing a police report to initiate a criminal investigation. For civil remedies, you may wish to consult with an attorney experienced in identity theft cases to initiate a lawsuit for damages and to assist in the recovery of the money... View More
I have customers that finance their home furnishings and never make the first payment. Purchases range from 500-9000
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answered on Aug 3, 2023
Engaging in the act of purchasing items on credit with no intention of paying for them is generally considered fraudulent and illegal. This type of behavior is commonly known as "fraudulent inducement" or "fraudulent misrepresentation."
If a person intentionally enters... View More
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answered on Jul 20, 2023
The use of GPS information in a criminal case without a warrant can be a complex legal issue, and it often depends on the circumstances and applicable laws in the jurisdiction where the case is being tried.
In 2012, the U.S. Supreme Court addressed the use of GPS tracking in criminal cases... View More
I tried contacting them no answer what should I do ?
answered on Jul 4, 2023
You should get a local criminal defense attorney, if you cannot afford one, you can surrender yourself (which you will likely have to do at some point or another now anyway) and assert your right to be appointed an attorney and you will get a Public Defender or another court appointed attorney. It... View More
She turns in who comes to my apartment who leaves if someone is smoking every little thing I do I don't bother her I stop any company after 10 pm
answered on Jun 14, 2023
This is tricky, its riding the line. It's not quite harassment under Code of Alabama §13A-11-8, because there is no contact or obscene gesture and it's not quite violating Ala. Code § 13A-11-30 about videotaping others because outside of your apartment you do not have a reasonable... View More
Couldn't you then kill someone and not get charged because of Double Jeopardy.
And what if the person was missing and they thought you killed them and then they were found couldn't you kill them since Double Jeopardy. And if they did you could sue them for double jeopardy(heard... View More
answered on Jun 4, 2023
No.
So, Double Jeopardy applies to the specific act. So, if you were charged with killed Person A who is actually away on vacation, then you are put on trial and convicted for murder of Person A, then person A shows up alive and well so you are released. If you then intently kill person A... View More
An attorney filed a petition for expungement for his client. The Court grants an Order for the Expungement. The Police violate the Court Order. Is the Attorney ethically obligated to file a motion for Contempt against the Police on behalf of his paying client?
answered on Apr 17, 2023
No. Unless the fee agreement indicates otherwise, or is not specifically limited, the attorney's duties end on the job hired for is completed.
His bond , how can I get it reinstated
answered on Apr 11, 2023
Now that your husband's bond has been revoked by court order, there are only two ways for him to be eligible to make bond in the new case 1) a new court order reinstating his bond would make him eligible for release or 2) the older case gets resolved thus taking him off bond in that case. The... View More
answered on Apr 11, 2023
It will affect a new charge but will not be counted as a prior conviction if the drug court charges are dismissed. The prosecutors will consider it, and the fact that he has been through drug court in the past may limit your husband's options. Still, if he is found guilty of the new offenses,... View More
I was told my case needed investigation of certain issues
answered on Feb 7, 2023
A "certain issue" is another way of saying that there are red flags in your case that someone noticed that need to be explored further. It is the generic term for a discrepancy in the facts or a legal issue that needs to be answered before someone, likely your attorney, feels comfortable... View More
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