Is the FIR program only for people who are on parole or probation, does this mean he will be in a program instead of jail?

It means that once he is evaluated and approved and a bed is available for an inpatient drug treatment program, he will start his parole when the...

There are many factors which go into how an attorney sets their fee. It has to do with the complexity of the case; the experience of the attorney;...

This just means that there was a hearing; evidence was presented; and the Judge found that there was a prima facie case, meaning that there was...

Do you know what date and time and courtroom where you have to appear? If so, you don’t need the subpoena and you should just show up to court when...

Do you help with criminal charges?

Many of the attorneys on Avvo who handle Philadelphia criminal matters can help with your son's situation. They can help with the detainer as well...

What happens if u didn't pay restitution n now have a violation hearing?

Pay it off or as much as you can. This will make it much less likely that you will be penalized at your VOP hearing. If you pay it all off, you...

If I filed a PFA against someone and don't show up to court what happens to me and the person?

The PFA will likely get dismissed if you don’t show up to court to pursue the permanent PFA order.

Should I disclose a Fail to carry license and Unregistered vehicle charge on my job application?

Traffic citations and motor vehicle offenses are not crimes. If the application is asking only about crimes, you are correct that you do not have...

If charges are dismissed in new case, will it still be considered a vop in mont co, pa? will detainer be lifted or is appearance

Whether the detainer is lifted in Montgomery county depends on the nature of the violations of probation or parole that are alleged and it’s...

My boyfriend is coming out on a felony charge and has to move in with his mother who also has a record. Whats the law in Philade

If your boyfriend will be on probation or parole , he should check with his probation officer to see if there are any restrictions on moving in...