I wasn't present on the scene of crime.
answered on Aug 10, 2019
In most jurisdictions, you never need to provide information to police. But don't lie or mislead the police, that could get you in trouble. Politely tell the police you were not a witness to the crime, you were not involved in the incident and your only involvement was to call the police to... View More 
No attorney will take the case they won’t even look into it! All remedies filed up to DC. Bivens filled now waiting defendants to be served. We have substantial evidence the member of staff was dismissed due to misconduct. My friend desperately needs help to bring this lawsuit to court. None of... View More
answered on Aug 8, 2019
I regret that I do not handle criminal law or sexual abuse cases. Sorry.
Am I in trouble for Fraud if I leave the founder role in the small group? I'm one of the founder who DOESN'T have any access to the money. There is about $7,000 in total and money comes from people and sponsors. Money is used to put up the website and set up something for member to talk... View More
answered on Jun 25, 2019
Your question is not clear. If you are saying that $7000 is missing from the group, then you could be charged with fraud if they can show that you took the money. If they cannot show that you can access to the money, then you probably won't be charged. Of course, if you helped someone take the... View More
If 2 people wrote false accusations on a person and one of them dies what happens with the deceased statement
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answered on Oct 26, 2018
It is hard to give a definitive answer. The general rule is you have a right to confront your accusers. However, there are exceptions to this rule. The rules of evidence where the case is brought will govern. It can depend on the type of case it is, and the nature of the facts surrounding the... View More
answered on May 7, 2018
If a person was convicted of a felony outside of VA, the person will need to look at the law of that state to see if the conviction can be removed. If the felony was committed in VA and the the person was ultimately convicted, under current VA law, that felony can never be removed from the... View More
She was coming from virginia, she is a friend of a friend agreed to bring 2 husky puppies because she was basically fostering them and couldn’t keep them, she said she would bring them once I had fencing set up for them we agreed and went and bought fencing kennel and told her she said she would... View More
answered on Mar 5, 2018
You can sue her for the extras on the grounds of detrimental reliance. But you'd have to sue her there, go down to court there. May just be as you were set on getting two pups to look around and get one you like for starters and leave that issue be.
Im being investigated for a felony crime
answered on Feb 4, 2018
It depends. If a condition of your probation for a sexual assault conviction is to comply with everything your probation officer requests and she/he requests that you take a lie detector test and you refuse, it could be a problem. In that case, you need to speak to the attorney who represented... View More
My boyfriend was arrested at 4am for a grand larceny 200$ or more. And destruction of private property <1000. His bond was immediatly set too 4000$. Would he be able to get out on the weekend or have to wait till a weekday to get bonded out?
answered on Feb 4, 2018
You can make arrangements with a bond company and get your BF out if bond has been set. You do not have to wait until Monday.
So, on Christmas Eve, I was caught speeding. He said I was going 81 in a 45, but I THOUGHT I was going 70 TOPS in a 55. That doesn't make it right, but I genuinely had no idea I was going that fast or that the limit was so low.
He wrote me a ticket for reckless driving. It was on the... View More
answered on Dec 26, 2017
Jail is very unlikely. However, if the reckless driving charge (a criminal misdemeanor) is not reduced to a traffic infraction, it could cost you major dollars in an insurance increase for the next 3 to 5 years. You should also check with the NC DMV to learn what they will may do if you are so... View More
I would prefer not to press charges. She is being uncooperative. What can I do.
answered on Dec 18, 2017
If you don't want to press charges, you can contact the credit card company and ask them to cancel the card and any transactions your mother ran on the card. You may be able to file a civil lawsuit against her, but you'd almost certainly have to pay an attorney a significant retainer and... View More
Never really been in trouble. The total loss was less than 5,000 and it was done online ordering things. Only evidence is email of the person who used the credit card. 19, were Class 5&6 felony and rest is misdemeanor
answered on Dec 18, 2017
It will depend on whether the alleged offenses can be proven and if yes, how many the commonwealth will proceed on. Sentencing guidelines may be increased by any prior record you have.
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answered on Dec 5, 2017
Yes, it is very possible if the boy was badly injured. The 17 year old could be charged with Malicious Wounding or some other violent felony as a juvenile on a Petition with the local Juvenile and Domestic Relations General District Court. Contact an experienced criminal defense attorney for... View More
It is a federal case and we need help finding a lawyer for his case out in Virginia.
answered on Nov 28, 2017
Hello. If you contact my office I can discuss with you. I handle federal criminal defense cases. Thank you.
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If someone innocent was accused of rape, took a guilty plea, then the accuser recants. Does the accused still go to jail?
answered on Nov 28, 2017
It depends. You'll need to speak with a post-conviction attorney about what your options are. Depending on how far along the process you are, you may be able to get the Commonwealth to drop the charges or you could withdraw your guilty plea. It all depends on whether you've already been... View More
Has been lying about living with grandparents and son is going to a different school in a different state. I currently have my son but don’t want to send back to grandma’s house because she does not have legal custody, do I have to?
answered on Nov 25, 2017
Although you might think this is a criminal situation, it is a family law issue. (This section of the website is for those with questions regarding criminal offenses.) I will try to transfer your question to that area of law.
One person was hurt and taken to the hospital, ticket says reckless driving general: endangering others, or something like that
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answered on Nov 17, 2017
No, it will be charged as a Class 1 misdemeanor. This is punishable by jail time of up to 12 months, a fine of up to $2,500.00, and/or suspension of your driver's license for up to six months. You need to consult with an experienced traffic defense attorney. They can help you possibly get... View More
We don't want to testify and are willing to do classes. This is our first offense and have 3 children. We don't want to lose any rights.
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answered on Nov 6, 2017
Depending on the facts and your criminal records, your attorney may be able to negotiate a favorable agreement with the prosecutor (Commonwealth Attorney) handling the case. It is possible that a good lawyer may get the felony nolle prosequi and the misdemeanor assault deferred for dismissal as a... View More
answered on Oct 26, 2017
Yes. Normally in Virginia you will serve half of the time for a misdemeanor.
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answered on Oct 17, 2017
You may expunge the arrest if the case was nolle prosequi, dismissed or you were otherwise found not guilty (acquitted) AND you did not enter a guilty plea. If you entered a guilty plea as part of a deferral and the case was dismissed, you are not eligible for expungement of the arrest. The rules... View More
My room mate is a bit dodgy of a person, so I want to know if there's a way I can check and see if he's dangerous based on his criminal record and any accusations or charges he may have had.
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