His biggest concern is being tried as an adult. That is common for armed robbery when the defendant has prior similar offenses and is 17. If he...

What do i do? I was sent a paper saying i have to be in court on June 12 for trial. Is this an actual trial?

Hire a lawyer, who can advise you about your wife's option to not testify (a person cannot be compelled to testify against their spouse, but must...

The police were being lazy, and were uninterested in sending an officer to the dealership to find out who was driving the car at that time, and...

What types of questions the Judge will ask in a Hearing about a Petition to Withdraw Funds From a Minor's Blocked Account?

Here's a link that explains the legal standards and reasons for which withdrawals are permitted, as well as what the court needs to see and hear in...

So long as the 18 year old is not in a position of authority or similar supervisory role (counselor, babysitter, tutor, e.g.) and the two do not...

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Job Application & DWI?

A "PBJ" is not any of the things in your quoted list, but comes closest to "deferred prosecution"--something the US Attorney's Office does in...

How to determine if someone has an active arrest warrant? Also looking for general assistance

They can each hire a lawyer, but he must do so immediately. The lawyer can call the detective in charge of the case and confirm if/when a warrant...

Do I have to file paperwork for a discovery motion or do I just make a motion for discovery at the preliminary hearing ?

I assume you are facing criminal charges, because you reference a preliminary hearing. In Maryland, the State is required to provide discovery...

What are the possibility that I go to jail ?

Jail is not likely, and there's an excellent chance of avoiding a conviction, which will enable you to have the public record of this offense, and...

Please advise on the scenario below regarding the Power of Attorney/Insurance Company.

The power of attorney ceased upon your father's death. No agent named under the instrument can act with regard to any asset or document related to...