Yes. A police office has 30 days to file the citation with the court. You will then be sent notice and an opportunity to request a hearing.

In 2008 I shoplifted and pled guilty based on input from the cop - how can I get it cleared so I can get a job?

If the retail theft charge was a summary charge you can have it expunged (cleared) from your record 5 years after the case was resolved. You should...

A state jail sentence calls for a minimum of one year in prison. When you write that your boy friend was sentenced to 9 months in jail, I'm...

If the bail money was placed in your name, you are entitled to its return less the costs associated with the process. Typically, it will take...

What is the statue of limitations for simple pocession of marajuana from 2006

Generally speaking, the Government has two years from the event to file a drug possession charge. They are then given up to one year from that date...

Can I ask for a prayer for judgement in North Carolina for an underage drinking ticket ?

If the crime occurred in North Carolina, you should consult with a local criminal attorney there. With any criminal matter you must understand all...

I have an outstanding misdemeanor from 2009 (theft less than $1000) I only just discovered. Should I get legal representation?

Do NOT appear there without an attorney! You should find an experienced Ohio attorney, hire him and have him/her research the Ohio case and rely on...

HELLO, CAN I GET 2 DUI EXPONGED FROM MY RECORD THAT OCCURED IN 1999, THEY WERE ON SEPARATE OCCASSIONS BUT, WERE CONSOLIDATED ?

I'm sorry to report that convictions for misdemeanor offenses in Pennsylvania cannot be expunged prior to a defendant reaching the age of 70. Your...

I'm about to go to court for my second misdemeanor. What charges should I be expecting? And is jail time mandatory?

If you are still under court supervisor for your first offense this new case would be a violation and the judge could send you to jail. It appears...

Food stamp fraud/charge options

The best resolution would be to resolve the case without being charged with a crime. The second best resolution would be the ARD program. Under...