Questions answered by Stephen C. Cooper

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Should he push the issue for a speedy trial or leave it up to the prosecutors to set a date?

Stephen's answer | Answered on December 13, 2015

There is nothing that he can do to rush the prosecutor along. If he was the sole defendant, he could answer ready, waive motions and keep the...

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Can they charge me again for those same charges for the same case?

Stephen's answer | Answered on December 13, 2015

No...............................................................................

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In probations eyes, what makes an apartment a separate residence from a house? What qualifications does it have to have?

Stephen's answer | Answered on December 13, 2015

Your question contains its own answer. A seperate residence is one that needs nothing more to sustain its occupants and does not allow free access...

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I already have an ACD, now I have another summons for trespassing and being on the roof of my apartment, whats going to happen?

Stephen's answer | Answered on December 13, 2015

There is a chance you may get another ACD r an outright dismissal. Under the worst case scenario, you will be free to get arrested again soon for...

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Can the school or parent go behind my back and try to cause legal trouble for me or press charges?

Stephen's answer | Answered on December 12, 2015

Anyone can go behind anyone's back. If you feel that this might be getting out of hand, consult an attirney

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I was wondering is there a way to get out of a bench warrant?

Stephen's answer | Answered on December 12, 2015

The bench warrant can be vacated by surrendering to the Court. Contact your attorney to arrange a surrender. You will still have to deal with the...

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Should I go to hearing or pay?

Stephen's answer | Answered on December 12, 2015

Yes it might show up on background checks, and there is no reason to just plead guilty. If you show up at the hearing the matter will likely be...

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Are cops allowed to pull people over while sitting in a parking lot waiting for their car to warm up if they haven't drank?

Stephen's answer | Answered on December 12, 2015

I think your question is phrased improperly. From the facts supplied, it does not appear that the cop pulled her over. There is no...

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Will I get charged with drug possession if I was not caught by police with them?

Stephen's answer | Answered on December 11, 2015

If they choose to, the government could prove their case with the testimony of your mom. They will probably speak with a DA first and then have...

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Is it possible for me to get my property back immediately? can they conduct a search of my phone based on this evidence?

Stephen's answer | Answered on December 10, 2015

Getting anything from the DEA immediately is impossible. Assuming you can prove where the money came from and where it was headed, you may...

Stephen C. Cooper's Answers (8530)

Should he push the issue for a speedy trial or leave it up to the prosecutors to set a date?

Can they charge me again for those same charges for the same case?

In probations eyes, what makes an apartment a separate residence from a house? What qualifications does it have to have?

I already have an ACD, now I have another summons for trespassing and being on the roof of my apartment, whats going to happen?

Can the school or parent go behind my back and try to cause legal trouble for me or press charges?

I was wondering is there a way to get out of a bench warrant?

Should I go to hearing or pay?

Are cops allowed to pull people over while sitting in a parking lot waiting for their car to warm up if they haven't drank?

Will I get charged with drug possession if I was not caught by police with them?

Is it possible for me to get my property back immediately? can they conduct a search of my phone based on this evidence?