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Should i pay the fine and take the record.plead not guilty or postpone and get an attourney.The court date is in two days.
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Answered on February 16, 2016
It is always best to discuss a criminal matter with an attorney. While paying the fine will be the quickest way to move on from this incident, it...
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Why do prosecutors plea bargain felony charges to misdemeanor convictions?
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Answered on February 10, 2016
As the other attorneys have stated, there are several reasons why a prosecutor would reduce felony charges to a misdemeanor. The obvious reasons...
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What can I expect to happen if my urinalysis comes back positive and I'm arrested a on Probation Violation?
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Answered on February 09, 2016
If you do violate your probation, it is extremely important to speak with your attorney because there are serious consequences that you face for a...
Can a DUI/DWI be expunged off my driving record in Maryland? I have a PBJ DUI from2010 and a NOLLE PROSEQUI DUI from 2014
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Answered on February 02, 2016
A DUI in which you received a PBJ cannot be expunged from your court record or your MVA driving record. The DUI from 2014 that was nolle prossed...
Can I move out of state underage on probation with or without parental consent
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Answered on February 02, 2016
As a minor, you cannot move out of state without the permission of your parents. In addition, even if you were not a minor and if you receive...
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What is the best route to expunge these charges with a budget under $1,000? Any and all help is much appreciated. Thank you.
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Answered on February 02, 2016
Since it has been more than 3 years since the Court sentenced you to a probation before judgment and you have not been in trouble with the law...
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Who arranges the new date for a weather continuance?
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Answered on February 01, 2016
When courts are closed due to weather, Court clerks will reschedule all cases that were supposed to be heard that day. There is a certain process...
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Do I need to expose to a potential employer my criminal background and can they legally not hire me for any PBJs on my record?
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Answered on January 29, 2016
We are asked this question almost every day. A probation before judgment (PBJ) is not considered a conviction. When filling out job applications...
What is the difference between the circuit and district courts?
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Answered on January 27, 2016
District Courts have limited jurisdiction and will hear misdemeanor cases and traffic offenses. If a jury trial is requested or you are charged...
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What do I do
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Answered on January 27, 2016
Expungement is a possible step to take to remove certain things from your record so that they do not appear on a background check. If you were...