If someone is found with drugs on them and not charged right away can they be charged later

Yes, the person can be charged later even if not arrested. The person will get a notice in the mail to appear at court for either a clerk's...

What are my chances at beating this DUI charge in MA? Special circumstances

In Massachusetts, the crime of OUI can be proven by either showing that the person's ability to operate a motor vehicle on a public way was...

The new case number is a common occurrence when a charge goes from a clerk's hearing matter to an arraignment. It sounds like you were given a...

What happens when you get charged with a class c drug and have a script

If you had a prescription for the valium at the time you possessed it, then possession of the valium is not illegal. If you provide your lawyer...

How do I get my record cleared of dismissed charges?

Discharging a firearm is a misdemeanor, which means you can either 1) wait 5 years and petition the commissioner of probation to have it sealed, or...

What do i do when i have a felony warrant for my arrest an cant afford a lawyer

Note also that the longer you wait to remove the warrant, the more likely the judge will order you held on bail. It's better to walk in...

Are you currently under charge or have you ever been convicted of a felony or misdemeanor, other than minor traffic violations?

It does not appear that you have been convicted, nor are you currently "under charge" if the charge was dismissed.

Is the plaintiff of a 209a capable of dropping the violation charges?

The plaintiff on a 209A order can request that the 209A be vacated. However, once there has been a violation that the government knows about and...

Will my oui case resulting in a cwof be public knowledge? or will the cwof be added to the police report?

The police report will not be amended to include the disposition you received. The CWOF will be considered a "pending" case until you complete the...

Is a public defender allocated only so much money

Your appointed counsel can file a motion for the fund necessary to enhance the videotape. The motion should be supported by an affidavit of...