Can I legally own a firearm if I was convicted of a DWI offense relating to marijuana?

Yes you probably can own a firearm. Most states and the federal government have a prohibition against possession of a firearm by someone previously...

Do I need legal representation?

You need a lawyer without question - you should find a local criminal lawyer who can handle this matter for you - the potential charges could be...

What is the proper method and time for requesting a stay pending appeal after a criminal judgement?

Typically the Judgment of Conviction - including execution of sentence - would be stayed by the filing of a Notice of Appeal. What you may be...

My son was arrested for 1 gram of marijuana possession in New Hampshire. Should he get a lawyer or go to court on his own.

He definitely needs a local lawyer - he should not handle it himself - if he gets any type of drug related conviction (including marijuana) it can...

If you put yourself in front of a car and that car goes around you to avoid hitting you but you fall is that assault with deadly

You need to handle this carefully - get yourself a good local attorney. The charge is serious and it is a seemingly "he said - she said" situation....

My 18 year old High School son will be charged with Public Intoxication, possession of drug para. and possession of marijuana -

You need to hire a good lawyer immediately. While these charges may seem not so serious, if he is convicted of any type of drug related charge it...

What is the best law firm (or the best lawyer) in the Bay Area, CA for restraining orders and harassment?

Check on Avvo to find lawyers who handle this type of matter. Call some and speak to them, most lawyers don't charge for initial consultations....

My husband is having an affair and we are seperated. Can I audiotape (not videotape) us having sex and send it to the paramour?

You cannot carry out your proposed plan because, as pointed out, New jersey (like many states) has now passed a so-called "revenge porn" statute...

Am I going to prison? accused of sex crime against minor

Obviously you need to speak with an attorney experienced in dealing with sex crimes defenses. Why did she say that you had sex together - do you...

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Can a police officer search through your phone in minnesota

No, it is a violation of the Fourth Amendment for a police officer to search the contents of a cell phone is the course of making arrest. Cell...