My son is a juvenile and was picked up by the police and was held for hours before contacting me. Can they legally do that?

Yes, legally the police can pick up your son and hold him for questioning for the period you describe. If you can possibly afford it, I urge you...

My mother might be getting charge with possession & intent to deliver heron, could she get deported?

Yes, this type of charge could easily lead to deportation. The fact that her boyfriend is a US citizen does not mean she will avoid deportation. ...

How does one identify an attorney who will defend a husband falsely accused of abuse?

Is it your son or your husband who needs an attorney? It sounds like your son has a lawyer. If either one of them is being falsely accused, he...

What are the chances? I mean no disrespect, but your question is similar to a sick person asking a doctor what his or her chances of survival are...

Is it legal for my 8 Year old daughter to be questioned by police

Yes, the police may speak with her. If she is a suspect in a crime, at such a young age, it would be different. But where you are the suspect,...

My sister is 15 and really likes this 25 year old

Tell her that sleeping with him is dangerous for her and dangerous for him. Tell him that he is too old for her and that he will likely face...

My husband was charged with A crime against nature.

At this point your husband needs to speak with an attorney in private. Use the Find a Lawyer tab to seek out appropriate counsel in your area.

Can a defendant withdraw his plea on the day he's scheduled for sentencing

I doubt he was threatened. He was more likely advised, and told that a trial would require additional fees. Some judges may let him withdraw his...

How do I know this isn't a trap?

I highly doubt this is a trap, though it could very well be an administrative error. It is unfortunate that so much time has passed, and I agree...

Stop posting publicly and start speaking privately with an attorney. Do NOT call the arresting officer until you get an attorney. But do this...