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Can anyone call cops on a order of protection to violate the person when they aren't the victim? Or next of kin?
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Answered on October 24, 2012
Your ex should contact a lawyer before speaking with the police. If the complaint is for a date that he can prove he was in PA, the police might...
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I havent gone to court for a felony sentencing for assault in the 2nd i plead guilty to 6 months jail 5 years probation?
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Answered on October 24, 2012
Call your lawyer and arrange to surrender voluntarily. You are always in a better position if you go to court on your own than if you show up in...
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I live in NYC. I am about to turn 21. I dont have much of a record besides a little marijuana charge. I jumped a turnstile.
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Answered on October 24, 2012
If you go to court voluntarily [with a lawyer] and ask for a second chance, the judge will likely vacate the warrant and allow you the opportunity...
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How much time can a first offender with 110-140.25 FD Attempted Burglury 2nd D felony?
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Answered on October 24, 2012
If the defendant in 17, a court could give him Youthful Offender treatment . The statutory jail sentence is anywhere from 2 - 7 years. You can...
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Last month I was arrested for, Failure to Comply and Unlawful Possession of Marijuana. I am 16 and a senior applying to college.
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Answered on October 23, 2012
It is likely that you can obtain a dismissal. But you should speak with a lawyer before going to court. There are certain things that need to be...
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I was charged with possession of a controlled substance (cocaine) and want to know what the severity of it would be?
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Answered on October 23, 2012
It depends on the level of the possession charge. Is it a felony or a misdemeanor? The range of penalties includes jail. Your prior is probably...
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If someone accused you of something but never got arrested because u were out of the country would it show up in back ground chk
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Answered on October 23, 2012
If you were not arrested there is nothing to be found. However, there may still be an open complaint for which you could be arrested.
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Is there anything I can do to make my situation better with my criminal record?
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Answered on October 23, 2012
You cannot seal or expunge it. If you want to explore a motion to vacate, speak with a lawyer but the chances of doing so are extremely small.
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What are the charges if a 20 year old has consentual sex with a 15 year old?
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Answered on October 23, 2012
This is statutory RAPE. The law does not allow a person under 17 to enter into a consensual sexual relationship.
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What are the responsibilities of an attorney in a criminal defense matter?
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Answered on October 23, 2012
The first thing to do would be to hire a new attorney. Document all the problems and contact a new criminal attorney. Your first concern should...
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