Or is it simply the threat of committing arson? Or couldn't mean they committed arson and gave false statements after the fact?
The charge is- communicating false information of arson or attempted arson-
Get a consultation with a criminal attorney because more information is needed.
I was a passenger in a car I was helping transport back to Texas that I was legally borrowing to do repairs to. The driver (I just met) was hired by vehicle owner to help me make the trip, and unbeknownst to me in possession of meth and a R/X pill/s (of which we were both charged because it was... Read more »
You need to hire a criminal attorney to develop a defense. Do NOT give anyone a statement.
If you are convicted of certain felonies, including crimes of violence and a long list of other felonies found in Title 14, R.S. 14:95.1, you cannot possess a firearm.
If you are found guilty, you face steep punishments. 5-20 years WITHOUT the benefit or probation or parole.... Read more »
This court date is more than likely your arraignment, where you will plead guilty or not guilty.
Prosecution possessed but didn't include lab results in the Motion of Discovery. Prosecution also requested 3 different pretrial dates claiming to be waiting on lab results. When the defendant was presented labs, they were dated and received by the prosecution before a motion of discovery was... Read more »
This may be grounds for an appeal for ineffective assistance of counsel.
The main hurdle you might face is whether you were prejudiced by the lack of objection by your public defender.
You must show that “but for” the deficient performance, there is a “reasonable... Read more »
Your question is unintelligible. Contact an attorney.
Prosecution possessed but didn't include lab results in the Motion of Discovery. Prosecution also requested 3 different pretrial dates claiming to be waiting on lab results. When the defendant was presented labs, they were dated and received by the prosecution before a motion of discovery... Read more »
It may be ineffective assistance. Consult with an appellate attorney quickly.
I backed into a vehicle by accident, I got out of the truck to see what happened. The passenger in the truck pulled me back into the truck and another passenger got behind the wheel and drove off with me in the truck. The police chased us down, arrested me booked me and let me out several hours... Read more »
To get a felony conviction removed from your record, you must wait 10 years after you have finished your sentence and have no felony charge pending against you.
You only get to expunge a felony conviction once every 15 years.
Hire a lawyer to file a motion for expungement
After she bonds out of jail she opening up a bar in the victims home town
The purpose of bond is to ensure you make your future court dates. Bond is set depending on your ties to the community and danger to community. Any defendant may request a reduction in bond upon a showing of good cause.
If your purpose for getting a reduction is so you can open a bar on... Read more »
My son was by a family members house and they allowed him to take the child and he never brought him back and will not answer the phone.
No one has automatic custody. Both/either parent needs to file for custody with a lawyer
My girlfriend and I cannot see eachother because of her parents not approving of us. So we made a compromise where we meet in the nearby school parking lot when school is over in the evening for a little shy of an hour. We hang out in my car because it is hot outside however all we really do is... Read more »
It's public property and unless there is a school regulation about this, which you can find out from the student handbook, it is completely legal. However, this busy body may not be done harassing you. So make sure that your car is squeeky clean.
Unknown. Hire a lawyer to review your case with you.
A freak accident happened yesterday and the cops showed up and wrote me a ticket. I have a court date in October. I have no clue what to expect in court. I have never been in trouble with the law. I would also never put my kids life in danger.
Hire a juvenile court lawyer for both your child and family services case and criminal court case.
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In Louisiana, a person has a a right to use force to prevent imminent injury. But the force must be reasonable and apparently necessary. You do not have a duty to retreat.
You must also not be the initial aggressor in the confrontation.
Not nearly enough details to provide an answer.
I have a first offenders pardon which allowed me to go to the military in lieu of jail time. Name is wrong on the actual pardon
Hire a criminal attorney to get it expunged.
My partner was arrested for domestic abuse battery - strangulation against me but he is being wrongfully indicted. I never meant for my statement to sound like he strangled me or made it difficult for me to breathe. These are serious accusations and I want them to know the truth.
Sign an Affidaviy with his defense attorney. Then call the D.A.'s office and tell them you want a drop charge form.
If you are custody, they have 45 days from the date of arrest to file a bill for a misdemeanor and 60 days for a felony
If you are not in custody, they have 90 days for a misdemeanor and 150 days for a felony.
This is a common question and subject to many misinterpretations.
Entrapment is a defense to criminal charges. The basis for entrapment occurs between an officer and defendant before or during the alleged crime. When an officer coerces or uses overbearing tactics to induce someone to commit... Read more »
Water Bill Utility Autopayment Overdraft That Somone Else Set Up - Charged With [Issuing Bad Checks]
You need to hire an attorney to get the warrant recalled.
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