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I received a speeding ticket in VA going over 80mph and I missed my court date because I was still in Europe. Can anyone help me
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Answered on January 15, 2015
Probably not.
A motion to rehear could have been filed within 60 days of your conviction in absence, but that time has likely passed. A lawyer...
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DUI
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Answered on January 15, 2015
You typically don't get a lower sentence the third time you break a law than you did the previous times. The sentencing authority will see you got...
How to get new tlc license after getting dwai?
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Answered on January 15, 2015
You may not. They get to review you for fitness, and last time they didn't think you were fit for the license. It is a privilege, not a right, and...
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Is it legeal for a 16 year old to have sex with a 30 year old.
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Answered on January 15, 2015
The 30 year old would be breaking the law if they are in a position of authority over the minor. The statute is linked below.
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Can you be denied a passport due to having a felony or having to go to court?
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Answered on January 15, 2015
You might want to look for your answers on the State Department's website devoted to applying for your passport.
I do not believe that your...
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Can the state of Nevada release you from house arrest physically and call you back after 15 minutes saying they made a mistake.
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Answered on January 15, 2015
Yep. There is no legal doctrine of, "ha ha, no takesies-backsies!"
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My husband was sentenced to 8yrs in 10' for cocaine and gun charge, gained his good time. whats the earliest he can be released?
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Answered on January 15, 2015
I am sure whoever told you the 85% was decreasing also told you that you won the lottery. Unfortunately, they were both lies.
85% of his time is...
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Is it possible to get early termination if you are in the first offender program?
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Answered on January 15, 2015
Direct your question to your probation officer. It will be the officer's decision to relax or terminate your conditions, there is no strict timeline.
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In the felony first offender program, can you get taken off color code if you pass several drug screens?
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Answered on January 15, 2015
Probation officers frequently reward their clients that way, but after months of clean tests. Just keep at it.
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No money for a Lawyer.
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Answered on January 14, 2015
1) Fess up to your family so they can loan you the money to hire a lawyer, because a criminal record is for life in Virginia.
2) Ask for court...
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