One does not have to be "handcuffed" to be arrested. The definition of arrested is whether the person is "free to leave." If the police have kept...

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Any lawyer that would take this case to file a lawsuit would be stealing your money. According to your statement, you signed a valid contract...

When can I seal my class A misdemeanor charge? Is it even possible?

Sorry but criminal convictions can never be sealed. You could apply for a relief from civil disabilities but that sill would not seal the...

Can I say sorry?

Why tempt fate. Let sleeping dogs lie. If you call him and he files w charge of harassment with the police you will be arrested and have to pay an...

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The short answer is -- maybe. It would depend on the type of crime from which you fled. If it's a misdemeanor then there could be no international...

Can someone get arrested in Canada over a U.S federal criminal charge ?

The US and Canada have a extradition treaty in force. If there is an indictment filed in the US (and not simply a complaint) there would be the...

How can I find info online about a 2003 murder

Try looking up the "suspect's" (presumably the defendant curved and convicted of the homiicie) name in the New York Department of Corrections...

Can someone be convicted of a felony gun charge, with no gun found ?

Eyewitness testimony is competent evidence. If the testimony is believed by the jury beyond a reasonable doubt that your friend possessed a gun...

You are correct -- it is a silly question. Prosecutors, police, and correction officers (and many others such as FBI, DEA, Homeland Security...

Are there consequences to requesting a rule 20 transfer for plea and sentencing when facing a federal drug conspiracy charge?

Assuming that the Government consents to your Rule 20 transfer the matter would be sent to the designated federal district for sentencing. Of...