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If the P.O.A. states that i am responsible for the debts of someone am i actually responsible for their debts ?
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Answered on May 29, 2009
This is not a question that can be answered without actually examining the POA. Contact an experienced defense lawyer and ask them to review it as...
Can a ticket be dismissed by the chief of Police or prosecutor if the ticket is an error?
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Answered on May 29, 2009
Once it is issued, a police officer (even a Chief) cannot dismiss a ticket without the consent of the prosecutor and the approval of the Court. No...
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I had a DWI in 1999. Was there a duty to disclose this for my current job?
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Answered on May 29, 2009
Generally, a duty to disclose involves the employer asking specific questions. Unfortunately, whether the DWI is simply a MV violation or a...
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My 15 year old daughter was recently caught shoplifting at Sears. She is being criminally and civilly charged? Can they sue her?
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Answered on May 29, 2009
Can the store seek civil damages, Yes. As my collegue has stated, the amount does appear to be excessive. Here in NJ the amount is typically...
What happens when a criminal charge contains incorrect defendant information?
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Answered on May 29, 2009
My collegue is correct. You need to get this corrected before it is discovered and it looks like you either have an alias, or were trying to avoid...
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A warrant for a felony has been issued in Palm Beach County. Can I post bond for the warrants without returning to Palm Beach.
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Answered on May 29, 2009
Respectfully, you need to know what the Court will allow. In general, we have been able to work out things like this in NJ, but the client would...
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Travel Outside of the US while there is an active felony warrant
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Answered on May 29, 2009
Based on what you have written and under similar circumstances here in NJ, I have had clients who were stopped and arrested. Not always, but the...
Charged with four counts of sexual misconduct with a minor in Indiana. Any ways out of conviction? How many years if convicted?
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Answered on May 29, 2009
While I practice in NJ, the assessment by my collegue would also be applicable here. The best thing to do is get an experienced criminal defense...
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Should I go to court?
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Answered on May 29, 2009
I agree with my collegue. Here in NJ the judges will often amend the summons under these circumstances, and sometimes dismsiss them. Good...
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Biggest mistake of my life, please helpI didn't have car insurance when I hit a car driving under the influence (first offense)
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Answered on May 29, 2009
I agree with my collegue. Get the insurance, and discuss this with a local attorney with whom you will have an attorney-client privilege. Good...