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Need help

Derek's answer | Answered on January 13, 2016

I agree with my colleague. Your friend should do his best to trust his attorney, and he should point out the issues you've both seen in the case....

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I would like help to reinstate my AZ driver's license, so that I can get a NM license. (DWI Case)

Derek's answer | Answered on January 11, 2016

You should definitely hire an attorney in AZ to help you with the application process. Use AVVO's attorney search function to find a quality,...

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Criminal record

Derek's answer | Answered on January 11, 2016

Your question is pretty vague. I would suggest going to the court where you or a friend may have gotten that fine and asking for any records from...

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Can I still become a US citizen with 4 DWI's non-violent. 2 are misdemeanors and 2 D-felonies all non-violent. all of them in NY

Derek's answer | Answered on January 11, 2016

No one on this forum will be able to provide you an adequate answer. Please contact an immigration attorney in NYC immediately, before filing your...

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Can police officers use loopholes to charge someone with a DWI who is within the permitted alcohol intake level?

Derek's answer | Answered on January 11, 2016

Yes, it is possible to be charged with Driving While Intoxicated (DWI) by alcohol without having a blood alcohol content of .08% or greater. If a...

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If I move to another state will the dui show on my driving record and insurance, therefore preventing me from driving for work?

Derek's answer | Answered on January 09, 2016

It's likely that your insurance company and the next state you try to get a driver's license from will see the conviction and/or related license...

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Charged with a DUI and parents want to write letters to the court saying I should be locked up?

Derek's answer | Answered on January 09, 2016

Although I am not licensed to practice in WA, most states and most judges do take into account information outside of the original case for...

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Will NY notify GA(non compact state) about a DWI if I was charged with GA license but I'm changing it to NY license before court

Derek's answer | Answered on December 17, 2015

I think there are too many questions listed here for this website to be able to adequately address them. I strongly suggest that you retain an...

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Are there any legal steps I can take. I was never notified that I had to appear before the DMV within 10 days or at all.

Derek's answer | Answered on December 03, 2015

I agree with Mr. Arbeit. It sounds like there was a missed chemical test refusal allegation hearing with the DMV at about the time you were charged...

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First speeding offense for 4 points. Debating between pleading guilty and taking defensive driving or hiring a lawyer

Derek's answer | Answered on December 02, 2015

I strongly suggest that you hire an attorney to negotiate for a reduction, or to look into the error with the supporting deposition. Either option...

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Need help

I would like help to reinstate my AZ driver's license, so that I can get a NM license. (DWI Case)

Criminal record

Can I still become a US citizen with 4 DWI's non-violent. 2 are misdemeanors and 2 D-felonies all non-violent. all of them in NY

Can police officers use loopholes to charge someone with a DWI who is within the permitted alcohol intake level?

If I move to another state will the dui show on my driving record and insurance, therefore preventing me from driving for work?

Charged with a DUI and parents want to write letters to the court saying I should be locked up?

Will NY notify GA(non compact state) about a DWI if I was charged with GA license but I'm changing it to NY license before court

Are there any legal steps I can take. I was never notified that I had to appear before the DMV within 10 days or at all.

First speeding offense for 4 points. Debating between pleading guilty and taking defensive driving or hiring a lawyer