I have a final surrender probation hearing

You can ask your lawyer to withdraw. You can file a motion with the court for new counsel. You can hire a lawyer. You should do *any* of...

I was issued a ticket from a cop who was from a different town than the offense. Is this out of their jurisdiction?

"Officer was out of his/her jurisdiction" is like a mirage in the desert. It can look great and draw you towards it, but when you get close it is...

How do cops determine if an assault occurred

In a "garden variety" assault case (no independent witnesses, no serious injuries), the cops will take everybody's statement and let the court...

Attention cannabis experts. Was the Massachusetts search warrant for my home a legal one? Thanks for your help.

To ask, "was this search a legal one," asks at least four questions: 1) Do you, the attorney, think the police should have done what they...

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I didn't pay a repayment plan from the court will I go to jail for voliating a court order

You are extremely unlikely to go to jail. If you don't show up for your next payment review (supplementary process) hearing, a warrant will be...

How do I keep my abuser from getting away with filing false charges on me for assault and battery and intimidation?

You need a very good lawyer. Many people think that a judge or prosecutor will see the truth about an unfounded or retaliatory prosecution and...

I need a lawyer that excepts payment plans

Many attorneys offer payment plans, but not many will take a case with no money down. Especially for a VOP, where there is a higher chance of the...

Is someone sentenced per count of larceny charges?

On paper, the court imposes sentence on each count that you are convicted of. In practice, the sentences usually run concurrently with one...

I ordered a grill from Walmart.com and signed up that I would pick it up at a Walmart in New Hampshire to avoid shipping costs.

I agree with my colleagues that you need a New Hampshire response, so you should post in the New Hampshire town where this is happening. If you...

Is it legal to pay two separate restitution under federal case and a state judgment to the same person for the same offense?

I don't know of any reason that they can't separately order you to pay, but you should only have to pay once. It's like if mom and dad each tell...