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So I was given 3 years probation plead guilty but was given a PBJ I want to close my probation early my only conditions are comply with mental health which I have been doing but I have been doing other classes also have certificates , enrolled in college, no issues on probation my probation isn’t... View More 
answered on Sep 28, 2023
You can always file a motion requesting that the judge terminate probation early or even request an early expungement of your criminal record. However, whether the timing and reasons in support of your request are sufficient or appropriate at this time would require more evaluation. Discuss this... View More
I was unable to make my court appearance due to being in custody in a separate county, I notified the court and the D.a. two weeks in advance. I'm doing everything I can to get things taken care of.... now I'm being punished by one judge for obeying another judge
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answered on Sep 28, 2023
When faced with a situation where a judge's actions appear irrational, it's important to consult with an experienced attorney who can help you navigate the legal process. Your attorney can assess the specific circumstances, advise you on the best course of action, and may recommend filing... View More
I went to the police in December 2021 for being a victim of a sex crime. The arrested him last year and we have yet to get a conviction, he has been in jail for over a year. The legal representative for the government is staying in contact but can we sue for the time that this is taking?
answered on Sep 28, 2023
No. Penalties imposed for criminal acts are meant to benefit the public, not private parties such as you. Similarly, if the perpetrator had been promptly prosecuted and acquitted, you would not have had standing to appeal. Your remedy would have been a civil case, if you could have proven money... View More
The Legal Lessor locked me out of my business he violently forced me out of the store, and I filed a case in police department.
answered on Sep 28, 2023
Generally speaking, a commercial landlord can only exercise its right to lockout a commercial tenant if the tenant has failed to timely pay rent, and must provide a key for access to the premises promptly when the tenant cures any default in the payment of rent.
If the landlord wrongfully... View More
How do I sue the state of Arkansas I was wrongfully convicted on 3-20-2008 Two correctional officer's assaulted me
answered on Sep 28, 2023
If you were wrongfully convicted and have since been exonerated of the crime, you may be entitled to exonoree’s compensation by statute.
Contact a criminal defense attorney in Arkansas who can advise you on the process to claim any statutory compensation you may be entitled to and what... View More
Does that mean they don't have the proof of how much I had or what I had on me or is that events might have been lost or is it because I was arrested by Tribal Police but I'm going through a state case
answered on Sep 27, 2023
Criminal cases involving questions as to someone’s, possibly having ingested drugs or alcohol can sometimes be delayed when test results are sent off to the Oklahoma State Bureau of Investigation lab or some other lab for testing. I’m not sure what your situation is but I suspect, perhaps, a... View More
To see what my record shows up as.
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answered on Sep 27, 2023
If your felony has been dismissed in California, it may improve your chances when applying for state jobs, as certain dismissals or expungements can remove the conviction from your public criminal record. However, you should double-check your criminal record to see how the dismissal is reflected... View More
To see what my record shows up as.
answered on Sep 28, 2023
You need to be certain of the exact disposition of your case before you can determine whether and what, if anything, must be disclosed to particular prospective employers. Contact the clerk of the criminal division of the Superior Court that had jurisdiction over the case to obtain a copy of the... View More
To see what my record shows up as.
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answered on Sep 28, 2023
In California, if your felony conviction has been dismissed or expunged, you generally have the legal right to apply for state jobs without the obligation to disclose the conviction. However, it's essential to review the specific job application requirements and any potential licensing... View More
My previous attorney is no longer practicing and the person I have been corresponding with via email in this office is not giving me any details. Only that she reached out to the ADA. I completed my requirements but Community Service is not releasing me from probation. I'm being told by the PO... View More
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answered on Sep 27, 2023
I think you need a copy of your case disposition. If your original sentence was that your probation was to be suspended upon completion of those terms, that should be spelled out on the sentence sheet. Your probation officer should have a copy of that document in your file, but if not--you can go... View More
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answered on Sep 27, 2023
First, public defenders are lawyers, the same as private counsel. That being said, unfortunately many public defender officers are under-funded and overwhelmed with work. Your public defender will give your case the minimum amount of attention the law requires, but more than that? That depends... View More
I recently faced an incident leading to vandalism charges against me. In brief:
The incident was initiated by genuine concerns for a friend's safety.
There was a mistaken act on my part, resulting in property damage.
Subsequent to this, I was violently assaulted by... View More
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answered on Sep 28, 2023
Based on the information provided, there may be potential legal claims worth exploring, including challenging the vandalism charges and potentially pursuing a case for alleged misconduct and assault. However, the strength and viability of these claims would depend on various factors, including the... View More
Incarcerated and held for 7 days before Miranda rights were read to him, was walking out of a store when arrested so entrapment Co defendant released by his po because he stated was a wrongful arrest
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answered on Sep 27, 2023
Miranda only applies if the police question you. If you are arrested and they don't mirandaize you before questioning you, then You can challenge the admissibility of those statements.
If you are held for 90 days without indictment, you can file a motion with the court for bond and the... View More
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answered on Sep 27, 2023
Your sentence does not start over. You can be sentenced to anything you could have originally been sentenced. For example, if you have a meth possession case the maximum sentence is 5 years in prison. If you got 18 months probation and willfully and substantially violated that probation in any... View More
My friend is greencard holder and at a party he tried to kiss a girl, the girl was fine at that time and didn’t say anything but now he is being charged with assault and battery. His lawyer doesn’t seem like is of help and almost seem like he wants my friend to get in trouble. Can this charge... View More
answered on Sep 27, 2023
Possibly. The question your friend's lawyer is concerned with is whether an assault happened; he or she is not trying to get him in more trouble than he's already in, but must deal with and confront your friend with the facts that may come out at trial.
That lawyer, that judge,... View More
also there are many clear violations of the rules of judicial conduct and Tenn Sup Ct Rule10B
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answered on Sep 27, 2023
If the plea just occurred, a motion to withdraw plea should be filed immediately. If the Judgment of Conviction has not been entered, there is a chance of quashing the guilty plea. If later, then withdrawal is iffy. Otherwise an appeal of the Sentence may be the only real option besides a... View More
I am 35 year old and i just found out my mother have been secretly using my settlement money since I was 7 year old. This settlement money was rewarded to me when I was a minor due to medical malpractice. My mother told me that I need to stay quiet about it and you still under guardianship. So I... View More
answered on Sep 26, 2023
If you had a medical malpractice case as a minor which settled, the proceeds would likely have been deposited in a bank account which would have been jointly held in trust by your guardian (your mother) and an officer of the bank. Significantly, any such monies should have been off-limits to your... View More
My landlord has been in my apartment at least once every month since i signed a lease last year. Each time has been to look at work he wanted us to do, show the apartment to buyers and realtors, look at things that he claimed needed updating, and hiring people off the street to come in to do... View More
answered on Sep 26, 2023
Your landlord is permitted to enter your unit for one of four reasons:
(1) when necessary to inspect the premises;
(2) to make necessary or agreed repairs, alterations, or improvements;
(3) to supply agreed services; or
(4) to exhibit the dwelling unit to prospective... View More
answered on Sep 26, 2023
Your best bet is to hire an attorney to file a motion to recall the warrant. If the motion is granted, the warrant will be quashed and your case will be set for trial. The attorney can then represent you at trial.
Your option is to turn yourself in while ready to pay the $1,000.00 bond or... View More
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answered on Sep 25, 2023
In California, certain modifications to vehicle lighting can be considered illegal, and law enforcement, including the California Highway Patrol (CHP), has the authority to conduct traffic stops for vehicle code violations. If you believe the stop was unjustified or if there are any discrepancies... View More
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