What does mens rea mean

Mens Rea is basically intent. Many criminal charges require the government to prove, not just that the action occurred, but, also that the...

I Got pulled over yesterday, I was driving without a license, this is my 3 rd time, 1 and 2 time paid fine. Chances for jail?

Appearing at the commissioner's office is no big deal. They will give you paperwork and a trial date and you will be on your way. Your issue is...

How can my boyfriend be charge w/2nd degree assault when victim has a perjury charge and there is no documentation to support

Remember, there is a huge difference between being charged with a crime and being convicted of a crime. A charge can arise out of a law...

How LIkely will someone who was arrested for buying heroin receive jail time?

Well, this person has a clean record. Although they may have been charged with the offense on two previous occasions, the presumption of innocence...

Charged w/ASSAULT-SEC DEGREE by sons father. He is now manipulating me to getting back w/him to drop charges. Possible outcomes?

These situations certainly are troubling. From what you have described, it sounds like potential good self defense argument. That being said, you...

Can the state use arresting officer as a witness after a nolle prosequi was utilized?

I am sorry that you find yourself in this predicament. Here's the deal: A Nolle Pros is a latin term for "unwilling to pursue." That means that...

My hubby was arrested and chrgd wth a class(i) felony and now immagr. is involved threating to deport him what can i do?

The most important issue is avoiding a felony conviction on this pending criminal matter. That will improve the immigration situation in the sense...

My grandson was charged w/5counts of assault/iaggraved asslt/,conpricy,aggrav assult/poss ihe is being falsely framed.

The bond amount is based on whether the court believes that the Defendant is a flights risk or a threat to the community. These are the factors...

It will be difficult, especially while there are points on your driver's license. It may be possible once the points expire from your license. ...