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And if he calls me will I get in trouble for talking to him since I didn't as for it? Im so confused I don't know why he even has charges… in in Henderson, Ky
answered on Feb 29, 2020
No. You cannot drop it. That decision rests with the prosecutor.
I don't mean to raise suspicions with anyone, but I am a student who goes to high school in Kentucky. I am currently involved in a Student Safety Patrol at my school, and my principal was worried about my safety in doing this program. I am the only student involved in handling locker room... View More 
answered on Feb 24, 2020
Consult your school principal. If he says it is permissible to wear the body armor, then do so without reservation.
Every single person with a drug charge is being required to report to Pre Trial Services for random drug screens and forced to pay for them. Personally Im baffled. Innocent until proven guilty is yet again getting bypassed. What if the officer illegally searched? In the meantime you fail a drug... View More
answered on Feb 18, 2020
You can object to it but then you probably wouldn't get released from jail.
I have all the information about how she was helping me to get her fixed. Her parents were paying for its she asked me if it was ok, I asked to be there for the surgery and when we could pick her up. She threatened that her dad would hurt me.
My former employer wrote me a letter stating that I have 30 days to repay the lump sum of 14000 dollars or he will notify the county attorney's office and proceed with having me put in jail
answered on Feb 13, 2020
Much more information is necessary to make an informed decision. Contact a criminal defense attorney near you who can evaluate the case and help you decide how to proceed.
I am being charged possession of Forged instrument. The plaintiff remembers writting the check now. I have a lawyer. Is there anything you can tell me besides I need to contact a lawyer that might help me? How can I be charged if she now remembers writting the check? Timothy Denison if you see this... View More
answered on Feb 9, 2020
Just because the alleged victim wants to drop the charge doesn’t mean the Commonwealth will. You need to speak with an attorney as soon as possible.
I have been combing through the laws when it comes to force and deadly force against a dog attacking my dog. I have found two statues but need further help.
KRS 258.253 (1) Any person, without liability, may kill or seize any dog which is observed attacking any person. But only in the... View More
answered on Feb 8, 2020
Your analysis is correct. The first statute applies only to people. The second one applies to animals, although if there is justification for doing do, it would probably protect you against a civil claim.
Considering their criminal history can they get deported? Also how long is the deportation process
answered on Feb 8, 2020
Yes. They can still be deported for it later. Upon seizure the deportation process is usually about 60 days.
cases being overturned or evidence being suppressed due to staleness in approximately 30 day information to get search warrant for suspects home to find evidence of a remote outdoor marijuana grow .
Can anyone point me in the right direction to find info?
Thank You in advance... View More
answered on Feb 8, 2020
It will be under staleness of search warrants. May also find help underwrite provable cayse.
Should a defendant obviously high on drugs be allowed to take the witness stand to testify during his own jury trial? Jury found him guilty of charges and sentenced him to 45 years. Can he appeal this?
This guy left my sister apartment and was stopped. The cops brought him back handcuffed. I heard a knock at the door and he said its Johnny. I open the door and 3 cops are standing there one walks in and holds the door open saying there weed pipe " In plain Site". He ask me to call my... View More
answered on Feb 7, 2020
There are multiple issues to the fact scenario you have given. You should speak with an attorney right away.
Me, my brother, his GF & her brother went to get her clothes that one of her ex-friends wouldn't give back. We thought maybe they would be thrown out or something but nothing like what took place. I was driving & carry a pistol on my hip when we get there she knocks on the door &... View More
I faxed letter to court begging for a new court date, it was denied, I was in need of ride, I live 80 miles from court in Tn. Fta was issued, now in Ky. Jail. Will they transport me to summer cty from Christian cty, and how long do they have to do so.
answered on Feb 3, 2020
They will not transport you to Sumner County until all your Christian County charges and sentences are resolved. Time does not begin to run on the extradition until the cases are resolved.
Then officer with my ID today and Hopkinsville and west of me I am in Christian County Jail timeframe for extradition?
I've done what was court ordered to do and that was an evaluation and a follow up with the treatment center.
answered on Feb 3, 2020
If you’re compliant, nothing happens. If you are deemed non-compliant, they could show cause you in or issue a warrant for your arrest.
answered on Jan 31, 2020
Contact an experienced criminal attorney to see what viable defenses you may have.
Looking for legal help for a criminal matter. Very low income and in dire need of a attorney .
answered on Jan 28, 2020
When you are charged and taken before a Judge, you can request the appointment of the Department of Public Advocacy to represent you. As part of this process, you will need to fill out an Affidavit of Indigence to verify that you are low income do not any means to pay an attorney. Good luck!
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