Why would the drictict atty tell you to stay home

Chances are that the case was not going to be able to go to trial on that day. This could be for several reason, such as the defense attorney...

Do police need the victim in a domestic violence case to want to press charges in order to actually press charges?

The short answer is yes, the police do not need a victim to say they want charges pressed. The police only need probable cause to press charges,...

Got 100 ticket for driving in breakdown lane

I agree sounds like a defensible ticket. You should contact an attorney to contest the ticket. David Newton, Esq.

If a minor was a convicted felon of Canada can he/she become a US citizen?

This is really an immigration question. I have edited the practice area to attract responses from immigration attorneys

If I stole 160$ at H&M how much will they send me fine?

Most Likely the fine that is being referred to is a civil demand letter. The law allows for companies in shoplifting cases to recover civil...

Battery charges

It is up to the District Attorney's office on how to proceed in a criminal case. Although, you are the victim the DA office has sole discretion on...

If i didn't appear in court as a witness for the A.D.A because ei didn't receive the letter, what happens to me next?

The District Attorney's Office has the authority to summons witness to court for trial. If you recieve the summons and do not appear in court the...

If i am required to have a ignition interlock device is this something i need to do before i apply for my hardship license.

Call the RMV Monday and ask. www.thenewtonlawfirm.com

Check with the probation department for the court your case is out of or contact an attorney to meet for a consultation.

Someone filed an assault charge on me, will I have to go to, court. What should I do?

You need to speak to your parents and get an attorney. Throwing a fake punch is an assault. Do not post anymore facts online as this is not a...