If someone was arrested on a criminal charge while driving my car. does that go on my record?

No, your criminal record does not include the offenses committed by other persons, even if those offenses were committed while driving your car.

Does it really matter the # of years a criminal lawyer has practiced law? I really don't want anyone "practicing" at my expense.

I've been practicing criminal law for 7.5 years, so I'm right in that range. In that time, I've handled cases at every level -- simple...

Probably not. It is a common misconception that a mistake on the face of the ticket is grounds for a dismissal. Most judges do not follow that...

I went to my first court date and their was an adjournment to the next court date. Would you know more or less...

If your lawyer submitted a motion, your next court date should be for the judge to give you a decision on the motion. Your lawyer might be right...

Does the way you dress really affect what the prosecutors or judge negotiate/consider when you go to court (pre trial)

I don't think a shirt and tie are necessary for a routine court appearance. Save those for the trial. For a regular court appearance, just make...

It depends on what document you are referring to. "Police statement" is a general term and doesn't identify which police document was unsigned. ...

My boyfriend pled guilty to pl220.16 and he has priors how much time do you think he will be sentenced to?

It is impossible to answer this question without knowing whether your boyfriend's "priors" were convictions for felonies or misdemeanors. If he...

Is being taken to a police station and released next morning after fingerprinting an arrest?

Based upon your recitation of the facts, it doesn't sound like you were arrested or convicted. However, you should hire an experienced immigration...

I haven't heart from my legal aid lawyer since my last court date. My next (2nd) ) court date is in like 2 days. Is this normal?

You didn't say whether you have reached out to your lawyer. I know he said he would contact you, but have you tried contacting him. Legal Aid...

Are there any good lawyers with good communication on here who has reasonable fees to handle a misdemeanor?

An experienced lawyer costs money. There is no other way to say it. If you think a lawyer is scaring you, it's probably because he or she is...