Can I get my possession of alcohol charge dropped if there were mishaps in the arrest?

I'm guessing your charged with underage possession of alcohol? If you consumed alcohol and it was still in your system, then you are in...

How much does a jury trial on appeal from General District Court cost a defendant if he loses the appeal?

The clerk's office can give you the best estimate, but may be reluctant to do so. The "cost" for a misdemeanor jury if you lose is around $400,...

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I have been revoked for probation for a second time. For driving suspended.

"What will happen to me?" is one of the most common questions that comes up here, but it is also one of the most fact-specific questions there is. ...

It sounds like you have a lot riding on what happens in court. You may want to retain an attorney to try to negotiate with the prosecutor for a...

Can you visit someone who has been arrested?

If your friend is in jail and not allowed visitors, it suggests to me that he is likely on restriction for some type of misbehavior that occurred...

You don't have to get inside a bar to be drunk in public. If you appeared to be drunk and the officer can describe why he/she believed you were...

Can treaties be used in court?

A treaty, as in an agreement between two nations? It is very rare that a treaty is relevant to a criminal case. When it is relevant, there is...

Consequences for not completing assigned community hours, Va, underage possession of alcohol, only sentence 40 hours.

Get a copy of the summons from the court, so you can see how the community service was ordered. Manassas sometimes grants a general continuance...

How many times can a probation offer violate you?

There is no limit to the number of times a probation officer can call you back to court for a violation. As a practical matter, judges become less...

When should i get a lawyer?

Some people agree to cooperate with the police, follow through on their commitment, and never have to face the potential charge. Other people also...