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Out of a 2 1/2 year sentence what percentage of time has to be done for a non violent second time offender?
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Answered on January 01, 2014
Assuming you are not in SHOCK or Work Release, you get 1/7 off for "good time" with possibly an additional 1/7 off for "merit time" if you complete...
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My boyfriend will be getting out of jail soon. Can he request to see his probation terms before his court date?
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Answered on January 01, 2014
No, but his lawyer should be able to explain the basic terms of probation, as well as any particular special conditions that might have been...
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Someone I know just got arrested for shoplifting 50dollars worth of merchandise. They also have two other misdemeanors. One from
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Answered on December 31, 2013
For a 3rd misdemeanor, jail is a possibility. Hire a good local criminal defense attorney.
I was told I qualify for a public defender, but because of a conflict of interest they cant represent me. what does that mean?
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Answered on December 29, 2013
A conflict of interest means the attorney's devotion to the client's cause may be compromised due to some outside factor. Conflicts of interest...
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Can grand jury indictment get canceled if 1 of the members knew defendant before serving
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Answered on December 28, 2013
It may be a basis to move to dismiss the indictment, especially if the prosecutor failed to take any steps to inquire if any grand jurors knew the...
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Can something happen if I visit a different location of a retail store where I have switched tickets for items before?
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Answered on December 28, 2013
Highly unlikely.
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Can someone be charged with B&E if that person was given a key
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Answered on December 28, 2013
Whether you could be charged or not depends on what the complainant says and the results of any law enforcement investigation, but you would have a...
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My bf violated Parole went hunting so yes a gun charge Parole classified him cat one first violation he had one year eight month
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Answered on December 28, 2013
Yes, a letter from the judge can help. Consult with his attorney. He will have one assigned to represent him on the parole violation, or he can...
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Will I get a criminal record for trespassing 140.05 and public exposure 245.01 violations?
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Answered on December 26, 2013
It won't give you a criminal record but there may be other collateral consequences so hire a criminal Defense lawyer . Penny wise pound foolish.
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If the complaint is about a misdemeanor domestic violence assault, can police search emails, facebook, or online activity?
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Answered on December 26, 2013
Oh, yes. Social networking sites are a favorite trolling ground for law enforcement. I advise my clients to shut their sites down completely.
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