Every crime carries a range of potential punishments. The sentence imposed will be up to a judge based on the crime(s) of conviction, the facts and circumstances, and the history of the defendant. Agg. Menacing is a first degree misdemeanor carrying up to 180 days in jail. You should work with an... Read more »
what are the steps that are taken to start and complete the ILC?
Each court's ILC program is a bit different. But generally, it involves filing a motion requesting ILC, going to a meeting with the probation department to determine eligibility, entering a guilty plea (though the court will hold that in abeyance, meaning you will not convicted at the time you... Read more »
My ex girlfriend was supposed to drop my son off. She called when she parked on my street and I told her I'd be out to get him. She came inside while I got pants and shoes. My son was asleep. I tried to put him in bed, but he woke up. I got him food and let him eat in my room. While I did... Read more »
If you've been charged with a crime out of this, you need to hire an attorney. Unfortunately, unfounded allegations like this can cause you a ton of trouble.
My abuser lives in Georgia. The abuse happened in Georgia. We are actually going through separation process in Georgia. I currently live in Ohio, and the abuser often comes in Ohio.
Where should I file for a TPO?
You can file in Ohio & use the order when he comes here. It should also be valid in Georgia, but you should check with the court or an attorney there.
This happened over 2yrs ago and the title office and everyone else has given us the runaround. The property has since taken on extensive damage due to vandalism ect.. What should be our next steps. Would the county be at least partially responsible for damages? The criminals were ordered almost... Read more »
If the original court proceeding found the transfer to be fraudulent, you can use that to seek a voiding of the transfer. You may need to file a complaint for declaratory judgment and quiet title.
In April I was charged with violating a CPO after having to vacate my house.( wife and I are divorcing). I went to court date in May and the case was continued due to Covid19. The new court date was sent to my house which I dont have access to and I failed to appear at the arraignment. I looked for... Read more »
There’s no guarantee. You’ll just have to ask your lawyer and request the court drop the monitoring requirement and tell the judge why that would be a good idea. Some judges are flexible, others are not.
My girlfriend was on probation and was supposed to be done on April 15th but with the corona situation it kept getting pushed then on June 22nd she was arrested for a violation for having a felon help us with putting up a pool. The judge then sentenced her to 2 years. Her court appointed attorney... Read more »
You can appeal...though it’s unclear from your question if you actually have grounds
Talk to a criminal defense attorney. This will depend on the circumstances, the prosecutor, and the judge. There is no one-size-fits-all answer here.
I was convicted of a felony 5 complicity to breaking and entering 20 years ago I have had my record sealed do you know if I can own a gun
I may have answered your question before, suggesting that you seal your record. I would simply call a criminal attorney near you and ask. They will know the requirements.
I was convicted of a felony 5 breaking and entering 20 years ago I recently had it sealed do you know if I can own a gun I live in Ohio
You should look to get your record sealed. Technically expunging a record does not exist in Ohio, but you could likely seal it. The problem you have is the crime is inherently violent, and you likely will not qualify for a firearms purchase until the record is sealed. You can speak with an... Read more »
(I’m pregnant, no harm done to child) they set his bond at 50k, we Went To preliminary hearing and they did no reduction of bond... His lawyer also had him sign a paper saying i couldn’t be brought to stand..? they haven’t set another court date yet and it’s been a other week? He’s been... Read more »
The paper he signed except that it’s likely a protection order barring him from contact with you.
It isn’t abnormal for court dates to take several weeks in between.
The charges carries up to 12 months, and a mandatory 6 months due to the pregnancy aspect.
Any charge can be reduced or dismissed. The question is will it be, and that depends upon the facts and the work of an attorney.
I don’t want to press charges anymore. What should I do to help?
You can tell the prosecutor, but they’re likely to push forward with the case anyway. The best thing you can do is to help him find an attorney.
Many states will share information like this. So, I hate to say it, but it depends. The real question is will the state where the warrant was issued want to pay to extradite? That will depend on the alleged crime committed.
she was told to do something several times that the work situation was hot and she didn't do it. I lost my temper and cursed.
As a matter of Ohio law, this is not illegal. Ohio is a one-party state for recordings, which means only one person has to be aware that the interaction is being recorded and consent to it to have the recording be legal. Her recording you at work may violate a corporate policy resulting in... Read more »
Arrest warrants do not expire.
It depends upon the amount of money involved. Forgery under $7500 is a fifth degree felony. The effect of adding the attempt statute is to lower the offense by one level, which would make it a first degree misdemeanor. But if there value was over $7500, it would be a fourth degree felony and so, an... Read more »
I dont want to be a witness against him and he needs mental health treatment not jail so how can i help him get the charges dropped or dismissed?
Once you ring the bell it cannot be unrung, so whatever you told law enforcement cannot be taken back. If you recant you are opening yourself up to potential perjury / falsification charges. You need to hire a lawyer to represent you. He or she will be able to speak with the prosecutor on your... Read more »
I'm her only other living blood kin. Hey fathers sister. She lives with mothers sister, has since she was 8, an both parents passed within 3 months of each other. She's claiming other aunt is abusive and continues to run away. Cops told me ill be arrested for helping her. What can i do?
Contact local children's services, which can investigate the situation, and determine what to do about custody.
My father is charging my with assault against him, for trying to defend myself against him attacking me. I have court this Wednesday. He refuses to let me get a lawyer, and I have no money to get my own. My mother did the same thing when I lived with her. She was beating me, the cops were called,... Read more »
You should request a public defender at your initial hearing after entering a plea of not guilty. You are entitled to representation in a criminal matter.
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