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Can highway patrol pull over two cars for different offenses at the same time then make you follow them in pursuit of the other

I am very concerned about the action of the officer making you pursue another vehicle in violation of the law. I don't know what there violation was, but do know a pinnacle of officer training is safety and that does not sound very safe. I would love more facts and suggest you speak with an attorney about this situation.

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I recently was pulled over for speeding, The snoho sheriff said he paced me, he cited me for doing 74 in a 60 zone...

It is always worth your time to at least speak directly with a local attorney about the facts of your case. As I am sure you are aware a speeding ticket can affect your insurance, it may be worth your while to speak with an attorney about possible representation.

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I am on my second dui in less then two years.

Your attorney is in the best position to answer this question for you as she has all the facts. Your questions and concerns should be addressed to her. The law is very clear and severe for second offenses in 7 years.

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I got caught stealing at the mall. What should i do?

Theft 3 is a gross misdemeanor which means it is a charge punishable up to a year in jail and a $5000.00 fine, there are also immigration consequences. It is very unlikely you would face that maximum penalty, however, you should hire a lawyer to help you with the theft 3 charge and appropriately advise you about the corresponding immigration consequences. A lot will depend on the specific facts, but an aggressive attorney can help dramatically improve your situation. It would certainly be nice...

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The officer said I refused the breath test at the station. I wanted to take the ne at the station I had no intintion of not.

Based on the facts you provided this is not a valid refusal. A refusal for a DUI has significant mandatory consequences. Even the though you submitted to the PBT (breath test in the field) if the officer had probable cause to arrest you, you must submit to the BAC at the station, or face an automatic 1 year license suspension and higher DUI penalties, however, the officer has mandatory protocol to follow as you have the right to make a knowing, intelligent, voluntary decision to submit to...

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Im 18. Im on probation for assault 1 from when i was 17. Today i got caught shoplifting, what can happen?

You will receive notice to appear in court for the theft charge (you may already have notice of that court appearance). You will also have a review hearing regarding your probation violation. I don’t know your specific probation conditions, but typically the number one condition is that you not have any new criminal law violations and theft is a criminal law violation. You have the right at the hearing to be represented by an attorney and you should exercise that right. The Judge will...

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I got second DUI, in two years. Was depressed and not myself. Got addicted to xanax. Do no want deffered prosecution.

A deferred prosecution is not an easy cop out. It is an intense program that requires full compliance. It is not something to enter lightly. The treatment program is 2 years which consists of 3 phases. The first phase is intensive outpatient and will require you attend treatment at a minimum of 3 times a week. In addition, you'd be required to attend 2 AA meetings a week for 2 years. A person on DP also must undergo random UA's and is put on active probation for 2 years and inactive...

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If you shoplifted less than $50 and there were no tickets issued (much less no police) can you be mailed a ticket?

It is possible that the store submitted information to the prosecutor and that you will be sent a summons (notice to appear in court) in the mail. The statute of limitations for filing charges for a misdemeanor is 2 years. So unfortunately, you may still have a court date. The good news, since the amount of the item/s was $40 and returned undamaged you will not be facing more signifcant theft charges. Even if you face charges you will have options for resolving the charge and you should...

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How do I contest a failing to yield traffic ticket?

Once you request the hearing it is necessary that you request discovery (the Officer’s police report…not just the citation, which is what you have). You will have to file appropriate paperwork with the court the prosecutor’s office to obtain the discovery. You will then need to examine the report for legal defenses after comparing the officer’s description of events to the applicable statute (should be noted on your citation). It is difficult to instruct you what to argue without examining...

Can Law Enforcement in W.A. State interview a minor without parental consent or an adult present?

Typically in dv cases their is state/city appointed advocate present for the victim, it should follow that a witness that young should also have a person present during questioning. It is in bad taste to not allow a parent of guardian to be prenset during such questioning. Legal implications make exist depending on the information received at the time of the interview.