Can just the cop saying they smell marijuana when they walk up to the car give probable cause to search?

Yes they can. It is one of the most frequently cited reasons for PC and in my opinion, a lot of times, a load of BS. However, it is very difficult...

As a citizen of the U.S. am I able to go to court and watch cases? Is there specific courts I have to go to?

You can watch any cases but Juvenile ones.

What was the Constitution issues on McCollum v. board of education

The case was an early test of the separation of church and state with respect to education. The case tested the principle of "released time",...

Can I sue a company for 'illegally' towing my vehicle,? Although I have paid to recover it

You should contact a civil attorney. You probably can bring a small claim. Most consultations are free of charge and also must civil cases are...

I been charged with a federal drug charge but I been out on pretrial service for almost 1 year what do that means

Now that you have rejected the deal there is a good chance the trial will be set (or already is set) quite soon. If you are convicted then all that...

If it is in Circuit Court, a Defendant will have to make a motion that they were denied a speedy trial and there is a good shot to win bc of the...

Do police officers have to have probable cause to stop and frisk anyone?

The police need reasonable articulable suspicion of criminal activity to stop a person and need to have additional reasonable suspicion that they...

What happens if victim does not ID a defendant in court?

There will be a motion for judgement of acquittal made and the Judge will have no choice but to dismiss the case. They could possibly be ID'd by...

Do I have a right to review video evidence presented at trial?

You do have a right to view any digital evidence that the State plans to use in your trial and also have a right to view any...

Not paying my #1 red light ticket in Knoxville TN.

I know you would like an answer from a TN lawyer which I am not. However, I do have a helpful tip. They have to prove in court that you are the...