Can i really be arrested if i dont show up to testify and if so how can i make this go away because i do not want to go to court

If you get a summons to appear in court to testify, that is a court order that a person is expected to comply with. As a practical matter, if a...

Motions that would work in my favor

More information is needed to give a detailed answer but you certainly need an experienced criminal defense attorney to handle your case. From a...

You should get an attorney to represent you. Restraining orders can have long lasting effects. The attorney may be able to challenge the order...

ASAP. My ex is threatening me that I raped her and she is thinking of filling rape charges against me. What do I need to do?

Unfotunately, I have seen this happen in the past. If you are charged, you should not talk to the police without a lawyer. The police will try to...

Are the police allowed to treat you and speak to you in that manner?

You can certainly file a complaint with the police department. The officer surely seems to have been out of line. If you appeal the hearing, you...

What is the procedure for violation proceedings and are there any alternatives to incarceration available to me?

VOP matters are really fact specific. If you have had a good relationship with your PO, there is a remote chance that you may not get a notice of...

Can I get it reduced to dwai since I was having a seizure and could not blow the breathalizer?

You should consult with an experienced criminal defense attorney that handles OUI cases. You should get your medical records so you can have them...

Is this Self Defense?

You should consult with an experienced criminal defense attoney. It sounds like you may have a self-defense for sure but an attorney will go over...

If I have two cases one in Boston which I've appeared for multiple times but missed my most recent date and one in Salem

You cannot really tell if you will be held or not on these facts. You should contact your lawyer on each case to go over that with him/her. If...

I want to know if the judge will drop the charges?

If you talk to your attorney and let him know as you explain about, your attorney may be able to tell you that you have a 5th amendment privilege...