Can I do jail time instead of probation?
Yes, if the judge agrees. He/she may or may not allow it. Or, the jail time may be longer than you wish. Hire an attorney and let him/her handle it...
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Yes, if the judge agrees. He/she may or may not allow it. Or, the jail time may be longer than you wish. Hire an attorney and let him/her handle it...
The answer is no. Speedy trial time does not count for adjournments done by the court. A motion on that basis will be denied.
I changed the category to criminal defense because your question has nothing to do with DWI. Your brother is facing serious charges, both the new...
Avvo is here to provide general information, but it is not a substitute for legal counsel. You really should be discussing this with your attorney....
There is nothing you can do now. If the police or anyone from the store seeks to talk to you, DO NOT TALK TO THEM! Say just one sentence: I am not...
Unless she was arrested or given a desk appearance ticket, it's not likely she will have to go to court. Your cousin may have signed something...
While I have no way of being certain with the information you provided, it is entirely possible that the case expenses and medical expenses added...
I agree with Mr. Palumbo. Your sample size is way too small to be statistically significant. Plus, even it you won your lawsuit, your winnings...
You could claim as a defense that you did stop and exchange insurance information, therefore you did not leave the scene. Whether that will work or...
I doubt it’s either a stall tactic or intimidation. However, I don’t have all the facts. Did your attorney ask for the adjournments, or was it The...