Yes, the judge can. Happens all the time. I hate to burst your bubble, but a victim's testimony IS evidence. This is very common in protective...

If someone with parole commits a crime and fleas the country does staute of limitations apply to them

I don't believe the statute of limitations will save this person.

I was cited for shoplifting $88 worth of merchandise. I don't have much money and don't know if I should hire a lawyer.

At a minimum, talk to an attorney. This is not a situation where you should just walk in and plead guilty by yourself.

If a warrant was issued on a person and there is no incident report in the system or a case number to go on, is warrant valid?

I don't practice in Georgia, but generally speaking, police are not required to file a report or affidavit just because a warrant issued. Law...

Can I file a police report documenting damage from a trespasser?

I think you can file a report, but Mr. Popovich's advice sounds like your best bet. Video goes a long way in this day and age.

I'm trying to give back three and a half years of probation from a six and a half years sentence

I agree. Talk to an attorney about whether you can seek early termination of probation. But keep this in mind-- you received probation as a...

I have a tour coming up but I'm on probation

Talk to your PO. Do it right away. I don't know what you mean by "tour." Are you a musician? Performer? Be prepared to explain exactly where...

As you say, there's no "good reason." Essentially, that means there is no good defense. What you are describing is a mitigating factor that he...

What recourse do I have to protect myself from misconduct, of a prob officer, while on community control ?

Mr. Haber has pretty much said it all. I would add only one thing. Once you are off probation, you could think about a politely worded letter to...

What should one do when they experience police misconduct?

Consult with a civil rights attorney, or, as suggested by my colleagues, file a complaint with the internal affairs unit of the officer's police...