As Attorney Simmons has stated a continuance without a finding and a general continuance are not the same. A general continuance is not limited to...

Hello, I just realized the judge signed my probation conditions with last year's date, can this be throw out?

The "Order of Probation Conditions" form - if that is what you are referring to - on the right hand side toward the top has two boxes marked:...

Do I need a defense attorney (driving with a suspended license)?

The problem you present is fairly common and can be cleared up fairly easily. As long as the warrant remains outstanding your sister will not be...

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Need information/legal president to support argument that time spent on house arrest should count toward time served

Attorney Cowans' answer is quite correct. Interestingly enough the legal precedent on this question is a 1996 case from the Massachusetts Supreme...

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The Massachusetts statute that allows for criminal records to be sealed contains the following limitation: "...this section shall not apply for in...

When you go in for your arraignment the probation department will run your criminal record and they will see that you are on probation. Your...

Hi, i have a 1981 possession charge for class b and c. i would like to get my Ltc for massachusetts. i have not yet been denied

You should go online and read Section 131 of Chapter 140 of the Massachusetts General Laws, in particular subparagraphs (d)(i). If you were...

DUI case

Dear "Not Guilty" in the medical field. You are entitled as a matter of right to have your record sealed without a court hearing. A simple request...

There is much that can be done for your boyfriend. Massachusetts has a statute that allows the Judge to essentially divert your boyfriend's case...

Can my neighbor do anything?

If the neighbor cop says he is going to call the police on your fiancé, the question becomes "why". Is there are warrant outstanding for your...