I agree with my colleagues, you get permission first from your PO, then they contact the other probation department and see if the supervision can...

I have my first court appearance tomorrow do I plead not guilty until they offer me a deal?

Important words for you to remember and do: 1. Not Guilty. Say this until your lawyer tells you to say something different. 2. I want a lawyer....

Is trere a difference on putting your jail credits on the front of your sentence or on thy back of it

To answer your question, each State does it a little differently, but it does not really matter for most sentences where the credit is placed. What...

Changing Lawyers

Your new lawyer cannot get involved in the return of the retainer you paid to the old atty. Your lawyer can advise you of the process, and the...

Should I contact the D.A.'s office?

There are ways that 'prior bad acts' evidence can be admissible. No one here condones crime, although we defend people charged with crimes. If you...

Criminal case or inmigration case?

As long as he is not back in this country it is an immigration case, between those countries. If he is returned to the US, he will need a criminal...

No. You will be violated and most likely returned to prison to finish your sentence. In addition, I have had clients who were charged with...

As my colleague stated, there are several different places you can check; including a check with the NJ State Bar Association, and here on AVVO...

Am I eligible for a public defender? What if I can't afford private counsel?

As my colleague stated, bring your financial documentation establishing your level of income. If you meet the criteria you will be assigned a PD by...

No police charges were filed, but received a letter from Wal-Mart asking to pay $225 in damages for shoplifting. Ignore or Pay?

As my colleagues from AZ have stated, this is a civil penalty which you can pay or not based on what you think they will do if you don't pay. There...