What are the repercussions of not completing an ignition interlock device term within 12 months of a DUI conviction?

You are essentially asking if you have violated an Order of the Court and if so, what sort of punishment can you expect. In order to answer your...

This question identifies one of the most common misunderstandings about Virginia DUI / DWI law. Broadly speaking, there are two kinds of DUI / DWI...

Can a person on probation be held in jail for shopping lifting when there is no evidence that they did it?

If there is absolutely no evidence that someone committed a crime, then no, the person should not be convicted. However, there must be some...

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Can the DMV legally force me to get the interlock system despite the fact that I already fulfilled this requirement?

I am not going to be able to speak about the specific question, as that will be controlled by New Mexico law. However, I have resolved several...

Is it legal to bring forward information from a juvenile record dating back 11 years in a custody battle?

It is tough to give a meaningful answer when you don't say what the nature of the records is, but the short answer is that the Court can consider...

When someone is released form supervised probation in the state of Virginia, do they get their Fourth Amendment Rights restored?

I'm not exactly sure what you are asking, but a good general rule is that the answer is probably in the terms of the sentencing order or the rules...

Can a police officer give me a ticket in a common wealth state when he is out of uniform?

Can you provide more information about what happened? Please be cautious not to make any incriminating admissions or statements. For...

Red Light Camera Ticket issued Four Years After the Fact

Generally speaking, the prosecution of misdemeanor and traffic offenses must be commenced within one year of the offense. I recommend you speak...

Crimes in multiple jurisdictions?

Generally speaking, an alleged offender can be prosecuted in each jurisdiction where he or she is alleged to have committed a crime. However, that...

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I am charged with petit larceny in Virginia. I did not commit the crime. Is there anyway to dismiss the case before court?

It is extremely unlikely that your case will be dismissed in advance of your court date. You are accused of a crime and it is the government's job...