How likely is it for someone to win a TRO case and then become a FRO when there is not enough proof of harrasment or stalking?

She will need to prove that an act of domestic violence occurred by a preponderance of the evidence. This is a low standard and will come down to...

Will a prosecutor dismiss a case for first offense if defendant is at risk of loosing financial aid & job?

Unlikely as you have diversions available. Possibly with a good attorney you can contest on AG Guidelines or Labs.

2 DWI and you are barred from CDL for life unless you are grandfathered. I think the prior DWI would need to be from 1986. Possible to withdraw a...

It is standard practice to issue the DWI and Reckless. The reckless is a fall back and the reckless act is the drinking and driving. Very wise to ...

If you pay will it keep them from charging you criminally? If you pay will it be considered an admission that can be used against you in criminal...

Is a NJ state trooper allowed to drive my vehicle back to the police station to further search it after I get arrested?

It does not sound like you have a lawyer. Unknown what the reason for 15 months was. But this may be something that should have been challenged. ...

Drinking in public ticket?

Speak to an immigration lawyer. It is likely an ordinanance

Many attorneys will agree to a payment plan. But you will need to invest the time for them to make that exception for you.

DV - what happens if you stay in contact with the defendant but you’re still going to court to proceed with the charges?

There are judges who will tell you that you are in violation of the order. Most judges will say that the order only operates against the...

I have a bench warrant and am turning myself in will I go to jail or get a new court date the same day?

Answer depends on the charge and the bail set and which court.