My friend and I got our second summons for possession. what do we do?

1) Nothing unless you are convicted of a misdemeanor. The knife is a misdemeanor, the marijuana may be a violation or a misdemeanor. 2) Depends -...

Hire a lawyer, if for nothing else, then peace of mind. The worst that can happen is a criminal conviction for a class A misdemeanor and one year...

Is it the judges decision?

This is obviously a very serious charge with significant consequences. His lawyer is in the best position to answer your question. Very...

When they asked the question if I was ever arrest are they referring to since I became a permanent resident of the United States

If it is in connection with an immigration petition, it means what it says - "ever", at any time, anywhere.

Can you ask for a continuance at your court appearance.?

Yes, you can request an adjournment to hire an attorney. Yes, hiring a lawyer would be in your best interest. The chances are good you will be...

First degree making or possessing prison contraband

Promoting prison contraband in the first degree is a class D felony, promoting 2nd degree is a class A misdemeanor.

What is the most time i can recieve for 3 counts petty larceny with no priors and i turned myself in.

The max is one year. If all three counts arose out of the same. Riminal transaction, the most you could get for all three is 1 year. If different...

Can I hire a lawyer to get a gay prostitute arrested? Assuming reporting to captain does not work.

You can try but don't be surprised if nothing happens. This is not the highest priority and how would a case be made out?

For a misdemeanor prosecution must be commenced within 2 years after the commission thereof; 5 years for a felony (other than a class A felony). ...

I was charged with aggravated unlic op 3rd (MISD) . On ticket is 5111A, i have a prior alcohol offense Refusal within 18 months.

Yes, if they catch it they can file a superseding information charging you with the more serious misdemeanor 511.2a. Yes, there is a chance this...