Do I have to show up for the permanent hearing if I want to drop a restraining order?

No, if you do not show up the restraining order will be dismissed.

How can I get this case dropped.. Will it go to trial?

You really need to hire a criminal defense attorney to help you at the magistrate's hearing. The attorney can advocate to the clerk not to issue...

Usually the case will be indicted to the superior court within 90 days. And that usually doesn't matter on the strength of the case. If the...

Failure to register

Speak to a criminal defense attorney first. Pleading to a "guilty file" could have serious consequences should you be found guilty again. Filing a...

Do I need a criminal defense attorney?

Yes you do. You need an attorney to advocate on your behalf and help tell your story for you. You also need an attorney who knows the legal system...

Do I have to file a Mass. crash report if I was involved in a NH accident?

Attorney Brooks is right on point. No need to file one in Massachusetts if everything occurred in NH. But inform your insurance company.

Can I move back home if abuser has moved out of state?

You should be able to move back in - as long as your name is also on the lease.

If you have two felony probation violation warrants in MA and get arrested in CA...will MA come get (extradite) you?

It's quite possible that Massachusetts would extradite him from California. And if that happens he could be sitting in jail for a month waiting for...

What is the difference between disposition method and final disposition on a MA docket?

Attorney Brooks is right. You probably need to get a copy of the docket from the criminal clerk's office and give it to a criminal defense attorney...

Ca I renew my id if I have criminal warrants

If you mean renew your driver's license, and you mean in Massachusetts, then no, you would need to clear up the warrants first. If you mean your...

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