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Is it possible to have a felony reduced to a misdemeanor in Massachusetts 14 years after completion of sentence ?
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Answered on October 12, 2019
You can’t reduce the charge at this point, but you may have a couple options:
1. You can petition to have your record sealed, or
2. You can...
Does a trespassing notice go on your record ?
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Answered on October 12, 2019
If it was just a reprimand from the store and you weren’t charged, it won’t show up on your criminal record.
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If my public defender is terrible and filed a motion that worsens my case, what do I do?
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Answered on October 11, 2019
You can either ask the judge for a new public defender, or hire a private defense attorney with a good reputation. Once the new attorney is on...
Can I write an affidavit saying I lied about the domestic violence. My boyfriend got arrested for domestic violence.
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Answered on October 01, 2019
Before writing an affidavit, you should consult with an attorney of your own. If you admit that you lied to the police in an affidavit, you can be...
If you are found not guilty at trial for an oui, is your license automatically restored ?
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Answered on September 24, 2019
If you are found not guilty, your attorney can file a motion that day to have your license restored. It’s not automatic, but there is a...
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Do I need a lawyer to present in the court ?
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Answered on September 20, 2019
It would be a mistake to go to court without a lawyer, given the allegations. Being innocent is not enough to avoid a conviction and everything...
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What to do with 23 year old warrants I have on my record which I didn't know about until now?
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Answered on September 11, 2019
The warrants won’t expire. You should hire a defense attorney to try to remove the warrants and get the cases dismissed. I have been able to do...
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Do i have to give information about someone i was with while shop lifting, even if they didn't do anything?
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Answered on August 23, 2019
You have no obligation to speak with the police. It’s never a good idea to speak with the police when you’re under investigation for a crime.
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Is it legal for a lawyer to take a developmentally disabled client alone and have him sign a plea deal
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Answered on August 19, 2019
Your son should consult with a criminal defense attorney. It is possible that he received “ineffective assistance of counsel,” which could allow...
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What would be considered sufficient evidence in a federal drug case?
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Answered on August 12, 2019
You don’t necessarily have to be caught with drugs to get arrested for a drug conspiracy in federal court. Texts can be used, and so can witness...