Does house arrest while wearing a electric monitor count as jail time

No, sorry it doesn't count as jail time.

Do I need a lawyer to return with me to court on my DUI probation end date?

You don't need a lawyer. You may not even need to go to the court date - call your probation officer and see if your presence is necessary.

Can my boyfriends parents file for a restraining order against me?

They can try, and depending on what they tell the judge, the judge can possibly grant one. If one is granted, you will be served notice, most...

Will a larceny charge be on my criminal background check if it never went further than the clerk magistrate?

Your lawyer is/was correct. It should not show up on your record.

My daughter unknowingly had her license suspended for speeding ticket

Yes. I am assuming she was pulled over and the police officer said her license was suspended because of an unpaid ticket. While this might be a...

Is it to late to get a defense attorney

You should start by speaking with criminal defense attorneys in the greater Boston area. There are plenty of good ones here in the Answers section...

How can I fix this

I agree with the other two attorneys. Speak to your probation officer now about this issue. While he or she may issue a violation against you for...

My partner and I received summons for an arraignment for criminal complaint of assault, what is likely going to happen to us?

You will most likely be arraigned in court and the case will proceed forward. You need to contact and hire, if possible, a criminal defense...

What law protects a 15 year old from being taken to court?

Take a look at this article: http://www.masslive.com/news/index.ssf/2014/06/massachusetts_wiretap_law_expl.html You need to hire a criminal...

Call your lawyer's office and the courthouse in the morning and explain the situation. Ask them if your presence can be excused for just tomorrow's...

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