Questions answered by Thomas G. Briody

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Is it possible that this can be reduced to a MISDEMEANOR? is it possible that the case could be dropped and my record cleaned?

Thomas's answer | Answered on January 12, 2014

Mr. Pines is correct. You need a lawyer yesterday, but today will have to do. Hire an attorney immediately to get in touch with the prosecutor. ...

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I threw LSD liquid in a guy's face as a gag. Conservative cops arrested me for delivery of schedule I and assault.

Thomas's answer | Answered on January 11, 2014

Almost anytime a client talks about "beating" a charge, it means trouble. Trouble for the lawyer, and even more for the client. You think this...

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How is this possible?

Thomas's answer | Answered on January 11, 2014

I just answered this question that you have apparently now posed twice in two days, though with slightly different wording. See the answer I...

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The possibilities?

Thomas's answer | Answered on January 11, 2014

I do not understand this fact based question. More facts are needed, but you would be wise NOT to post them here, because this is a public...

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How does a judge decide the amount of bond?

Thomas's answer | Answered on January 10, 2014

Typically there are guidelines. They depend on the nature of the offense, the history of the alleged offender and sometimes the judge's instincts....

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My 32 year old son got a DUI in kansas on 10/15/2013. Court date 1/13/14. I hired a local lawyer to defend him.

Thomas's answer | Answered on January 10, 2014

You have answered your own question. You are not confident that you made the right choice. I suggest that you seek another attorney. AVVO's Find...

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How would one go about getting pretrial diversion for a simple possession of marijuana if it is their first offense?

Thomas's answer | Answered on January 09, 2014

Respectfully, most attorneys are not going to advise on how to obtain a legal result that typically requires an attorney. It is possible that you...

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My 18 yr. old daughter that attends college out of state received a minor in possession ticket. Solicitor has offered diversion.

Thomas's answer | Answered on January 09, 2014

I agree that an attorney would be able to address these questions and probably help to make arrangements to allow her to continue at college. Or...

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Need urgent help for my father. A warrant has been issued for his arrest.

Thomas's answer | Answered on January 08, 2014

You need to get him a lawyer ASAP. An experienced lawyer can carry a lot of weight with the DA. AVVO is a good place to start. Good luck.

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I have 2 felonies - 1 from 21 yrs ago and 1 from 10 yrs ago - what can I do to get them lowered to misdemeanors?

Thomas's answer | Answered on January 08, 2014

You need to consult a lawyer in Nebraska. It will be difficult to give solid advice here on AVVO without examining the record of each case. Try...

Thomas G. Briody's Answers (4710)

Is it possible that this can be reduced to a MISDEMEANOR? is it possible that the case could be dropped and my record cleaned?

I threw LSD liquid in a guy's face as a gag. Conservative cops arrested me for delivery of schedule I and assault.

How is this possible?

The possibilities?

How does a judge decide the amount of bond?

My 32 year old son got a DUI in kansas on 10/15/2013. Court date 1/13/14. I hired a local lawyer to defend him.

How would one go about getting pretrial diversion for a simple possession of marijuana if it is their first offense?

My 18 yr. old daughter that attends college out of state received a minor in possession ticket. Solicitor has offered diversion.

Need urgent help for my father. A warrant has been issued for his arrest.

I have 2 felonies - 1 from 21 yrs ago and 1 from 10 yrs ago - what can I do to get them lowered to misdemeanors?