Can an officer give me a ticket for “Operating Under Suspended License” even if the key was not in the ignition?

Yes. The officer can. I recommend hiring an experienced criminal defense attorney to fight the misdemeanor charge. You can contact any of us here...

Right to speedy trial for traffic infraction?

I agree entirely with Attorney Woolf but also wanted to mention (not that it is relevant to your answer in this case) that you are in a...

Doesn’t Connecticut law allow me to log into my husband’s Facebook

Connecticut has no law addressing access to a Facebook account. The law addressing digital assets applies only to email accounts, not Facebook....

Should I pay the Walmart Shoplifting fine?

Don’t pay. Its a waste of your time and money.

What can I expect to pay in legal fees to handle a motion to open a judgement?

I redirected your question to the divorce/separation area of law as I do not see any relation to bankruptcy. Hiring an attorney to file the motion...

Where can I find a lawyer who will take my case for retained placenta for OVER A YEAR?

You should immediately consult with an experienced personal injury attorney. You can contact any of us who answer here and/or utilize the Find a...

What figure does the attorney get his money from ?

Generally, standard industry practice is 1/3 of the total settlement. Costs and medical normally come out of the client’s side unless otherwise...

What can I do if my signature was forged on a document I received in the mail from a government program?

In reality, there is little that anyone here is going to be able to do for you. The best advice I can offer is to pick yourself up and use the...

But were you drinking? Don’t answer that. Instead, you should consult immediately with a criminal defense lawyer about representation. A good...

What can I do if my roommates want me to get rid of my cats?

They can definitely toss the cats. You should find a new place to live. If you have nowhere to go, best to make peace with the people who let you...