Request a trial and not a waiver hearing within 30 days of the ticket. If the police officer does not appear, you will be acquitted. If the...

How or what do I do?

Request a trial and not a waiver hearing within 30 days. If the police officer does not appear, you should be acquitted. If the police officer does...

Can one be charged with the same crime twice?

I agree with my colleagues. You were not charged twice for the same crime. It sounds like you are facing a hearing for violating your probation...

The ticket does not carry any points so it should not affect your insurance rates. You can contact your insurance agent to be sure. The...

Why do some attorney hold up cases that have settled and don't give clear explanations ?

Repost your question to DC lawyers by listing the location as DC.

Does a police officer who is also the complainant have to testify at a criminal trial?

The police officer does not have to testify at trial, but they usually do. The State needs to prove its case and it can do so with whatever...

If I can't afford this attorney, worse case?

If your friend cannot afford private counsel, he should contact the Public Defender as soon as possible and no later than 10 business days before...

What should I do?

You should speak to an attorney in a confidential setting. Do not post any more details on AVVO since this is a public forum and anything you post...

Do I need to get a lawyer to protect myself, see above and if so what type?

If you have liability insurance, you should report the claim and they may cover the theft. If there is no coverage or you do not have insurance,...

As stated by my colleagues, you should contact the Public Defender who will provide representation.