Possession Of Marijuana Charge

The next logical step would be to retain a Virginia licensed attorney. There are some constitutional issues in your detention and arrest, and a...

An 18 year old getting a juvenile warrant

The warrant could be issued in error, or resulting from a situation that your friend does not believe is a crime. However, your friend needs to...

What is my best plan of defense to get off Reckless Driving charge?

While you list some technicalities, I do not believe that they will get you off. As the previous attorney states, you must get an attorney to...

Can a person be sentence for a charge, they were found not guilty of by a jury,is this grounds for an appeal?

Sentencing in the District of Columbia requires an analysis of the local Voluntary Sentencing Guidelines. Under the Guidelines, the Sentencing...

Can we press rape charges? It's been 9 years.

Your friend may wish to make an appoint with the local prosecutor's office and they will determine whether to file charges against the...

Do my son need a lawyer?

It really depends upon how comfortable your son feels with the public defender. Many public defenders are dedicated attorneys who will represent...

Questions regarding state possession of cs charge and federal conspiracy to possess charge.

I assume that an attorney has been appointed to represent your friend. In the event that an attorney has not been appointed, your friend must seek...

Can you be charged with Bail Jumping on the day of Trial?

You should consult with a competent local attorney and get more specific advice. It appears that you may have a legitimate excuse, based upon...

Can I be charged for something with no evidence

You may wish to consult a local attorney about this issue. Normally, most prosecutors will try to determine what, if any, evidence exists...

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Charged with simple assault in D.C. The charge is a misdemeanor.My PD told me it was a felony and to plea to avoid jail.I plead

Attempted Threats and (Simple) Assaults are Misdemeanors within the District of Columbia. There are other, more serious, Assaults that are Felonies...