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1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law and Domestic Violence for Kentucky on
Q: I'm a 17 year old female and I want to Sue or press charges for domestic violence

My boyfriend who is 23 landed me in the hospital and where we were at the time it was a felony, I want to know how I can put him away or get something out of this because justice hasn't been served. He beat me down mentally and physically for months until he ended up strangling me until I... View More

Timothy Denison
Timothy Denison
answered on Jan 27, 2019

You need to go see the Conmonwealth Attorney for the county where this occurred, to see about prosecuting him. If you want to file a civil suit, you will need a parent or next friend to bring it on your behalf bc you are a minor. You may want to consult a civil lawyer in this aspect to help you.

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, Divorce and Civil Rights for Kentucky on
Q: Wife came to my work place took Rv I was living in since she filed a epo
Timothy Denison
Timothy Denison
answered on Jan 23, 2019

Nothing you can do about it until a divorce is filed bc the EPO is against you, not her.

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law and Federal Crimes for Kentucky on
Q: I need to find current info. on a Federal drug trafficing trial.

The case is with the US Federal Distrit Courts of the US. in Convent, Kentucky.

Its a Drug Trafficking Case against & was set for a Jury Trial. Jan. 2019.

The defendat Im looking for current info./ status on is;

J. James Alarcon, DOB: 07/02/1967,

from... View More

Timothy Denison
Timothy Denison
answered on Jan 21, 2019

Pacer.gov

1 Answer | Asked in Business Formation, Criminal Law and Traffic Tickets for Kentucky on
Q: I have a bench warrant for no registration or insurance ticket i never received 3 years ago. What do i do?

My friend visited me from TX christmas of 16'. She drove my vehicle and got a speeding ticket. I was not in the car.

Fast forward to 2 weeks ago im getting new insurance and they tell me my license is suspended. I NEVER got a ticket notice or anything.

After calling all over... View More

Timothy Denison
Timothy Denison
answered on Jan 14, 2019

You definitely need an attorney to clean this up. There are several things you can possibly do but first you need the bench warrant set aside and a new court date.

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law and Domestic Violence for Kentucky on
Q: My partner is going to his pre tial conference on the 23rd of this month and i have gone to the county attorney to try

To get charges off is it better for us to try to get his case dismissed and he has a public defender but his not doing much and he also has a restraining order its a domestic violence case

Timothy Denison
Timothy Denison
answered on Jan 14, 2019

You may want to consult your own attorney who can help you with that. Highly unlikely they dismiss a DV case without assistance from a lawyer.

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law for Kentucky on
Q: See if I take a plea deal and I don't show up when I'm supposed to report to jail what happens
Timothy Denison
Timothy Denison
answered on Jan 8, 2019

An arrest warrant will issue for you and you will be charged with felony Escape.

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law for Kentucky on
Q: If you're pulled over and the police find a gun under one of the seats in the car is the driver solely responsible

Can they charge 2 people with a concealed deadly weapon for the one gun or is the charge automatically on the driver If no one else take responsibility?

Timothy Denison
Timothy Denison
answered on Jan 5, 2019

They can charge everyone in the car.

2 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law for Kentucky on
Q: I was found to possess fake 50$ bills that were ordered on amazon released 9 days later on ankle monitor

I have receipts and tracking order forms and pictures of the bills ordered

Timothy Denison
Timothy Denison
answered on Dec 30, 2018

What is your question?

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2 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law, DUI / DWI, Appeals / Appellate Law and Legal Malpractice for Kentucky on
Q: My publoc defender made me pead guilty to DUI at my jurytrail because I showed up late said I'd do 90 days no bond

I have narcolepsy and it makes me drowsy when I drive I was having a attack when officer arrested me can I have case reheard?

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answered on Dec 21, 2018

I would think you will have a tough time getting that reheard but it will be up to the judge. I practice in front of judges who are good about putting everything on the record to make sure the plea of guilty is entered freely and voluntarily and without coercion but the decision will be up to the... View More

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1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law for Kentucky on
Q: Plead guilty to charges even though I wasn't guilty and need to change my plea

I would like to take away my guilty plea and add not guilty

Timothy Denison
Timothy Denison
answered on Dec 14, 2018

You would have to file a motion to set aside or vacate in the court where the plea was taken.

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law for Kentucky on
Q: What is a class c felony in ky
Timothy Denison
Timothy Denison
answered on Dec 13, 2018

Carries 5-10 years in prison and a $5,000-$10,000 fine.

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law for Kentucky on
Q: can they take street credit for absconding
Timothy Denison
Timothy Denison
answered on Dec 13, 2018

Yes.

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law for Kentucky on
Q: I got pulled over with 1gram of herion. They charged me with trafficking and importing. It's my first offence.

I'm doing classes and working is there a chance of probation

Timothy Denison
Timothy Denison
answered on Dec 11, 2018

Same answer to same question previously answered.

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law for Kentucky on
Q: I got 1st offence trafficking and importing herion. Can I get probation
Timothy Denison
Timothy Denison
answered on Dec 11, 2018

Depends on several things, your prior record, how much dope was recovered, whether it is state or federal, if state which county it is in etc.

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law and Probate for Kentucky on
Q: Probation revocation hearing dec 10th and a status hearing on dec 28th. Failure to make a restitution payment and FTA

What to expect.

First probation violation

Failure to make a restitution payment and FTA.

Scared :-(

Timothy Denison
Timothy Denison
answered on Dec 8, 2018

Probably will leave you on probation since it is your first time and direct you to make up missed payment.

1 Answer | Asked in Appeals / Appellate Law, Criminal Law, Family Law and Personal Injury for Kentucky on
Q: Mandy Bauer vs Commonwealth of Ky. After wrongfully accused and served almost 5 years before winning appeal of 20yr sen.

Now with extreme PTSD can I sew for pain & suffering on behalf of myself and my children?

Timothy Denison
Timothy Denison
answered on Dec 2, 2018

You may very well have a claim against the state. Consult an attorney quickly because there are strict limitations of actions on such claims.

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law and Juvenile Law for Kentucky on
Q: Could a 15 year olds parent press charges on a 18 year old? They’re just friends and his parents don’t want them to be.
Timothy Denison
Timothy Denison
answered on Dec 2, 2018

Not unless there’s some kind of improper contact between them or the 18 yo provides her with illegal substances.

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law for Kentucky on
Q: Will I go to jail if I didn't get my drug court assessment finished before my court date?

Judge ordered drug court or jail for 4years. I had to reschedule the time to go. Was only once. Today is the day to finish the assessment and I called to verify I was on my way. I couldn't be seen and cannot be seen the rest of the week. Court is next week. Will the judge let me have more time... View More

Timothy Denison
Timothy Denison
answered on Nov 27, 2018

Depends on the county ad he judge.

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law for Kentucky on
Q: If yu have a 2nd degree Robbery charge is it possible to be released on MRS?

My boyfriend is currently incarserated but next month is his 12 months from serve out. Is it possible for him to get released on HIP since he is MRS eligible??

Timothy Denison
Timothy Denison
answered on Nov 25, 2018

No.

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law for Kentucky on
Q: In Kentucky, is marijuana considered controlled substance?
Timothy Denison
Timothy Denison
answered on Nov 23, 2018

No.

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