Is it fair game to use the threat of criminal charges as a bargaining chip in settlement negation sod a civil case?

Never! It is unethical for a lawyer to do it. The threat of criminal prosecution can never be used in settlement (or any other similar type of...

Can I follow up with the PD on what next? Will he able to obtain a non jail time for first time run with the law?

Public defenders are lawyers; some good, some very good, and some extraordinary. Only you can know about your attorney. All are extremely...

Can I pay to get out of community service or probation?

No. You much complete the sentence imposed by the Court.

A deal is a deal. So long as there are no breaches of the agreement by you the judge should go along with the promised sentence. If for some reason...

If you do not have amount needed to be paid for a misdemeanor until the due date, can you ask for more time?

He should pay "something" and then ask the judge for more time to pay the balance. He should also be prepared to answer why he is unable to pay the...

Do the police have the right to search ones home?

Of course the police can search someone's home. They must have a search warrant (based on probable cause to believe a crime was committed or the...

Do you think that's enough to even take me to court or should I just tell them where I was?

First -- stop talking about this, particularly on a public chat site. Second, hire a good criminal lawyer NOW. Let the lawyer discuss with the...

Is it possible to join military with misdemeanor case?

Should be no problem. Just answer the questions truthfully. Also, it sounds like you were arrested for a misdemeanor but the case was Adjourned in...

I asked my dui lawyer if he thinks he is a good or bad lawyer and he answered

Your concern about your attorney is misplaced. Any lawyer that does not learn from each case is fooling himself and his/her client. Your real...

How likely is it that I'll get an international travel permit from a judge?

If your probation officer recommends it, given the purpose of the travel, I believe it is extremely likely for the travel to be granted. In a...