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Can her charges be brought back into court for consideration of putting her back into a non-violent status?
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Answered on March 02, 2016
I hate to say it, but probably not. Nevertheless, since the date is so close and just an approximation, I suggest you get a copy of the warrant,...
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What should I be expecting at my first court hearing in 4 days? Should I try and find a lawyer before hand?
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Answered on March 01, 2016
If this is your first hearing, it is most likely an advisory hearing where the judge will tell you that you are facing the possibility of jail...
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Is it a good or bad thing when a judge wants to file a written decision on a habeas hearing?
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Answered on March 01, 2016
Don't read too much into it. It may just mean the judge knows the case might be appealed and wants to get her reasoning spelled out for the Court...
Are court diversion program participants (first time offenders) subject to random drug screenings
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Answered on March 01, 2016
You can't get jail time on a drunk in public charge. The maximum possible penalty is a $250 fine.
If you are on unsupervised probation, that...
Is it hearsay if other officer not in court? Or is evidence still admissible?
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Answered on February 26, 2016
I can't speak for Norfolk, but in northern Virginia, the first day in court is often considered a discovery day, meaning the defense attorney can...
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Is it police coercion? And is FST admissible?
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Answered on February 26, 2016
You're going to need a lawyer to help you in court. Based on what you've said, it may be possible to keep the field sobriety tests out because...
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Protective order violation
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Answered on February 26, 2016
I see a technical violation here because the protective order was still in place when you sent the letter. However, if (and I do mean IF) the...
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Should I resolve this felony charge with the victim?
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Answered on February 26, 2016
Paying back the owner of the credit card is great, but it can also be used against you as an admission of guilty if you do it the wrong way. Get a...
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How do I seal or expunge my records federally and also at the state level
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Answered on February 26, 2016
It sounds like you've done about all you can do. Virginia does not grant expungements for people who have been convicted. It stays on your record...
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I need to know if you think I can fight this and have the interlock removed around the original removal time.
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Answered on February 24, 2016
I don't think you have a good case. Failing the breath test and not retaking it in time for it not to be held against you is an interlock...
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