How about not trying to get the person in trouble . . . .try asking him/her to stop or to smoke somewhere else. Do you really want the person...

No. It means simply that you do not pose a risk of flight to not return to court when you are supposed to do so.

In the fed court you get point off for the safety valve,accepting responsibility ,and 5k,minor role all at one time.?

The Safety Valve (-2 points), Acceptance of Responsibility (-2 and -1), and minor role (-2) are all USSG adjustments that a Court orders at the...

Is it normal the attorney can't reach the DA for 3 months? If not, is this negligence, or Att is not being transparent?

It seems unlikely that the two can not connect on the phone but it is not unusual. People are people and some are more responsible than others...

Do you think the ada will offer a plea to a class b misdmeneanor on a class A misdemeanor to avoid a jury trial?

Although I would want to know more facts I believe the simple answer is yes. The ADA probably does not want a jury trial because he/she can get the...

So I confessed my past experience with being an addict to a city employ and now that was recorded as well...Not making this up.

You voluntarily confessed. No rights were violated because you gave up your right to privacy when you opened your mouth.

Was i convicted or dismissed? i am looking to apply for my CHL in my new home state of Texas?

You were convicted of a crime (a misdemeanor) and as such, have a criminal record.

How to dismiss the charges if the indictment has not been filed and its three weeks post grand jury

The DA has 183 days under the Speedy trial clock (not counting exclusions of time) to indict. Discuss with the Attorney handling the case who will...

Does a confidential informant have to be inside an apartment for a search warrant to be valid?

The only requirement on an affidavit for a search warrant is that the Affiars tell the truth. There is no requirement that the CI be inside the...

What occurs at sentencing after accepting a no jail deal?

The point of sentencing is to be . . . sentenced. The promise of a "no jail" sentence is just that: a promise from the judge that when you appear...