How long does it take to get a preliminary hearing? I was scheduled for one but the cops, public defender, etc weren't prepared.
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Answered on January 30, 2017
Preliminary hearings get continued all of the time because one or both of the lawyers are not ready to proceed. The rules provide time limits for...
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Is it legal for 14-year-old to date a 19-year-old?
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Answered on January 30, 2017
It is very risky for the 19-year old. Any sexual conduct is going to be illegal, and there are all sorts of other charges like corruption of minors...
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Do authorities pursue defendants who have fled the country/jurisdiction
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Answered on January 30, 2017
It depends on the jurisdiction and the crime. The more serious the crime, the more likely they are to pursue it.
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I need to get a recorded call from dyfs
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Answered on January 30, 2017
An attorney may be able to subpoena it or get a court order if there is any open litigation involving the calls.
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For time dui offender with a .0189 bac how much time am I looking at
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Answered on January 30, 2017
.0189 is the highest tier (tier 3) for a DUI. Assuming you do not have any defenses, cannot work out any deals for house arrest or treatment...
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If plea bargain paper says 11 weekends of jail but sentencing paper says 33 days which do I have to server
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Answered on January 30, 2017
Those are the same thing, but you should have your lawyer check with the prison and/or court to make sure that everything will go smoothly. It is...
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Will my juvenile robbery appear on a employment background check
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Answered on January 27, 2017
It's possible. You should pay for a couple of background checks and see what shows up. Then you'll have a better idea of what to expect.
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If one knows that another is to commit a crime, but does not report it, is that in itself a crime?
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Answered on January 27, 2017
There is no duty to report a crime. However, if you take any steps whatsoever to encourage its commission, you could be on the hook through...
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Probation violations
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Answered on January 27, 2017
The defendant is probably on probation for five different cases or docket numbers. Whatever the violation is, it violates the probation for all of...
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How can you get arrested with a warrant if you never was charged with anything
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Answered on January 26, 2017
Many cases start with the issuance of the warrant. The police can let you go at the scene, review the evidence and investigate further, and decide...