I was 19 at the time and am currently 20. I do not have a lawyer andy court date is in 2 days. i have no idea what i am doing or how all of this works. any guidance or advice would be appreciated

answered on Sep 14, 2023
If/since you have no idea what i am doing or how all of this works, then you should consult with a lawyer to have your questions answered. if after a consult with a lawyer you decide to represent yourself, then that's fine (although I would disagree), but make sure you consult with a lawyer.... View More

answered on Sep 13, 2023
There's probably more relevant information that what's contained in your post, but going from memory, there's no reason he cannot get a bond, however, the Judge setting the bond may increase the amount of the bond quite a bit as a result of the new charge of simple escape. If no... View More
The case is closed and I have been released. The phone was not used in trial but I took a plea deal

answered on Aug 15, 2023
If you had an attorney representing you, then asak your attorney for assistance on this. if you did not have an attorney, then I would start with the District Attorney's office---call them and ask for the return of your phone and what you need to do in order to get it-----some will require... View More
I worked at a retail store and I let my friends get free/discounted things which totaled up to just under 500 dollars.

answered on Aug 14, 2023
If this is your first offense, then the answer is yes, however, there may be other options which would allow you to not have to plea guilty to a misdemeanor and possibly keep it off of yoour record---please contact and consult with a few criminal defense attorneys in your area to discuss the... View More
Is this accidentally pouring a combustible substance but not igniting it?

answered on Aug 3, 2023
Negligent arson, also known as reckless burning, is a criminal offense where a person acts recklessly and causes a fire that damages or destroys property. It involves the intentional act of starting a fire or setting fire to something with a disregard for the potential consequences and without the... View More
We were both shirtless, due to car being hot, and security kicked us off. They also said they had to “call it in”. Never asked for id or called cops. What will happen?

answered on Jul 27, 2023
The outcome of your situation may depend on the specific laws and policies in your jurisdiction, as well as the actions taken by the security personnel and local law enforcement.
Sleeping in a parked car in a shopping center parking lot may not necessarily be illegal in all cases, but it... View More
While conducting background check in Orleans police dept, was informed of a misdemeanor battery charge filed against me in 2015. Was given summons to appear. Would this be dismissible under statute of limitations or failing to prosecute within a required deadline?

answered on Apr 12, 2023
From your post, what actually happened is unclear. After you received the summons what happened? If there was never formal prosecution---a bring of the charges in Court, then it is most likely too late to bring formal charges. If formal charges were brought against you and you were to appear in... View More

answered on Feb 7, 2023
The prosecutor or District Attorney's office has the final say on all matters forwarded to it. The office will (should) take into considered that drop charge/affidavit of non-prosecution in deciding whether or not to formally file charges. If the accused has or can afford to hire an attorney,... View More

answered on Feb 7, 2023
The prosecutor or District Attorney's office has the final say on all matters forwarded to it. The office will (should) take into considered that drop charge/affidavit of non-prosecution in deciding whether or not to formally file charges. If the accused has or can afford to hire an... View More

answered on Jan 3, 2023
A quick review of this statute suggests that the answer is "it depends:" on the value of the leased movable. If the value of the leased movable is less than $1,000 then it is a misdemeanor and if the value of the movable is $1,000 or more, then then one can be charged with a felony.... View More
El 2 propertys ...now we called about this warrant because there was no court because of covert..and we where told she had no warrant...and all of a sudden she was picked up at my house on dec 29 ..as a fugitive no bond and two $5000 bonds so I'm wondering what will happen to her please let me... View More

answered on Jan 3, 2023
She will appear in front of a Judge to address the warrants. After that, she should be able to be bonded out. I recommend that you hire a criminal defense attorney in your area to assist you through all of this. Good luck.
I was drugged that night July 1st 2021 no field sobriety test no blood taken etc also this was not a charge on that night originally they upped the charges to that felony

answered on Nov 29, 2022
Please make sure that you do not miss your court date, however, if you have not already done so, then please contact a few criminal defense attorneys and hire the one with whom you are most comfortable. That is something you need to do immediately.
On three separate court dates, I was told the district attorney's office hadn't decided to "pickup charge" yet. I was told this same statement by the magistrate/admin law Judge at each court appearance, being given a later court date after each appearance; however, after the... View More

answered on Nov 16, 2022
Since you have been charged, I recommend that you hire a criminal defense attorney to represent you as well as address the question(s) you have post here. It is better to pay an attorney now that perhaps have a conviction on your record. Good luck.
My grandson drove a person a home. He told him that the home owner left something for him in the back of the house. Within 5 minutes the friend was back in my grandson's truck. Once he got into the truck and my grandson was pulling out he told my grandson what he did. He broke into the... View More

answered on Oct 28, 2022
If the prosecution will accept a a no contest plea then you can do so, however before you try to do this, I would recommend that you consult with a criminal defense attorney or 2 in your area to discuss whether or not it's in your best interests. A no contest plea is essentially a conviction... View More
What do these 2 statements mean?

answered on Oct 11, 2022
The person or persons who stated this knows what he intended for those 2 quotes to mean. We answering are only here to guess/give an opinion. That said, “these matters are not accepted for prosecution” usually means that the prosecutor/district attorney has decided not to pursue the charges... View More
this is my first offense and the amount was $790 the store that it was stolen from doesn't consider $790 a felony. if the amount was $1000 then i wouldve been charged with a felony

answered on Sep 19, 2022
It is highly unlikely that yo will go to jail if you following the orders of the court. That said, your goal here should not be going to jail but mitigating the charge to keep it off of your record. The best way to do this is to hire a criminal defense lawyer in your area-----or at least consult... View More
I was pulled over by an unmarked vehicle with four men not in uniform. They did not identify themselves. I exited my vehicle to see what they needed. They immediately pushed me on the hood of the vehicle and placed me in handcuffs. They searched me extensively without a warrant and without my... View More

answered on Aug 29, 2022
If you have been offered a plea bargain of 30 years based on your post, then something (perhaps a lot) is missing. That said, just on the amount of time you are offered, you need to immediately hire a criminal defense attorney to make sure your rights are protected and that you are aware of your... View More
Son was high on Meth

answered on Aug 15, 2022
I think you are looking at this wrong. Since the "victim" is an EMS personnel, this probably falls under RS 14:34.8 - Battery of emergency room personnel, emergency services personnel, or a healthcare professional. This in many instances is a misdemeanor with greater penalties than... View More
Will NM pursue violators out of state? Will they refuse a divorce? Will LA arrest and extradite?

answered on Jul 14, 2022
Based on your post, and while I do not know the specifics of all of this, my recommendation is that you should have your fiance take care of the New Mexico business ahead of time and before you get married. You do not want his past to all of a sudden impact you present or your future.
Can it be valid with only a room # at a hotel?

answered on Jun 20, 2022
If this is a search warrant, then an accused's name is not needed-----the presiding Judge has to determine whether or not the affidavit in support of the search warrant provides enough information to justify/allow for a search of the area to be search and also for what is sought.
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