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I was charged of a misdemeanor of assault on a family member, what job can I get that will allow me to pas background check?
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Answered on September 24, 2019
If the conviction was less than 10 days ago, you can appeal it and get a new trial in circuit court. If not, you're probably stuck with it.
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How can I get an earlier court date ?
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Answered on September 24, 2019
You should have had a lawyer get the charge reduced. Ask that lawyer if the case can be accelerated. It may or may not be possible to accelerate...
Will I get a VASAP show cause notice ??
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Answered on July 31, 2019
With your conviction now being 2 years old, I would expect VASAP filed a violation letter a while ago. You can check the status of your DWI case...
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A Public Defender Called Me?
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Answered on July 24, 2019
As a criminal defense lawyer, I always want to know what the witnesses (especially the alleged victim) are going to say if the case goes to trial. ...
Do misdemeanors get published in the newspaper?
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Answered on June 25, 2019
They can be. Many police departments have press releases disclosing all arrests. Some police departments also post this information online.
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HHow do they come up with an amount for a purdge bond for child surpport?
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Answered on June 25, 2019
The judge chooses an amount at the contempt hearing. When doing so, the judge will take into consideration the amount owed, whether you have made...
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On probation for carnal knowledge, arrested for possession of schedule I, what are my options?
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Answered on June 21, 2019
Sounds like you are in big trouble. Possession of a schedule I narcotic can send you to jail or prison. Your question does not provide enough...
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Can someone drop the charges against me in Virginia?
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Answered on June 05, 2019
If your mother lied to the police, she should get her own lawyer to help her exercise her 5th Amendment right not to incriminate herself. Some...
Does walmart have to tell you if they’re going to fine you for shoplifting?
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Answered on May 28, 2019
Stop talking about it in public and be glad Walmart decided to show you some mercy.
While they can prosecute even the tiniest value of stolen...
What would a possible outcome be for someone with a non-violent criminal record who gets a first time assault charge?
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Answered on May 23, 2019
There are a number of possible outcomes. You could be found not guilty based on self-defense if the judge believes your punches were reasonable. ...
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