Often, terms of probation will include substance abuse or mental health treatment even if not a part of the sentencing offense. The rationale is that even if you didn't get busted for drugs, substance abuse probably played a role in the assault.

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All you can do is go through the process at this point. The prosecution will need to show that you knew or should have known the money was fake. If what you're saying is true, I think you have a compelling case to make to a jury.

First, be very cautious about what you are doing. Second, if you are appealing after a sentence, your attorney, unless they agreed otherwise, has no obligation to help you appeal. Appeals and trial work are completely different. If you are appealing, see my first point; you could be jeopardizing... Read more »

One of two things happened at your prelim: either 1) you did waive circuit court arraignment, or 2) the district court judge arraigned you on the information - possibly because you refused to waive. If either of those two situations did not occur, as you are saying, then the remedy is for you to be... Read more »

First, there is no such thing as a "discovery packet". When people use that term, they are generally referring to the police report, and perhaps fingerprints, DNA, etc. The police report itself is not evidence. But in some cases, that may be the only thing in the "discovery... Read more »

It can, especially if that mail is a utility bill.

Yes. Miranda rights apply when there is custody AND interrogation. Often times, police will "invite" you down to the station to talk with them, and will say something to the effect of "you're free to go anytime but we really hope you'll stay because we just want to hear... Read more »

No. Entrapment is when you are compelled to do a criminal act you weren't predisposed to doing. If you are otherwise predisposed to selling drugs (e.g. you have a history or are a known drug dealer), then the police can lie, cheat, or do whatever else to catch you selling drugs again.

A comprehensive answer would depend on why he was pulled over to begin with. You could contact the prosecutor's office and show them that the prescription is legit and how or why you asked him to carry it.

In addition to having an ex girlfriend, you also have a tenant. You may need to formally evict her. If you are feeling threatened, you could look into getting a personal protection order.

I hesitate about the notation "fines imposed"; that implies there is some sort of disposition on the merits. You really need to contact that court to figure out what is outstanding so you're not surprised in the future. These minor cases have a way of popping up when you least expect... Read more »

You should be allowed to purchase firearms with a misdemeanor UNLESS it's a form of domestic violence. The delay is likely to fact-check that.

With your daughter being 18, not a whole lot more you can do. The relationship issues you will need to work through are more profound and nuanced than any legal issue present.

Every circuit court has a different procedure, but generally address changes can be made directly with the circuit court clerk's office.

Yes, you should get a lawyer for your daughter. Otherwise, one may be appointed for her. Juvenile charges can have serious consequences for your daughter's future.

Call Child Protective Services.

How did the police become involved? It is possible for both people to be charged with domestic violence. Whether the video will help him depends on the entirety of the situation; the problem with video is that it only shows a moment in time. If I pummel you, then turn on my video just as you are... Read more »

First off, nothing's been shown about anything until you have the preliminary exam. Second, it's to your benefit that your attorney isn't rushing into things guns blazing; time is always on the defendant's side. And think of it this way, your attorney has no financial incentive... Read more »

It means just that: the criminal case ended because the defendant said "I did it", eliminating the need for a trial.

No, police don't need to hear or listen to your side of the story. Take what the cop said for what it is: a warning. Now you know, if you didn't before, that woman doesn't want anything to do with you, so don't call, text, write, draw pictures, or anything else about her.