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My daughter got in trouble again after I paid a good attorney to put charges on stet. Who do I contact so that she loses stet?
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Answered on January 20, 2015
Only the State's Attorney or Defendant can have the Stet reopened. You could ask the State's Attorney to reopen the Stet, but it is up to them. ...
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When i was arrested for shoplifting and taken to the police station.
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Answered on January 20, 2015
It is not uncommon to have loss prevention there. Do not speak with the police or anyone from the store. This is a public forum and anything...
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Is it bias or conflict of interest
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Answered on January 20, 2015
It could be a conflict of interest if she remembers you and is aware of your prior criminal record which would ordinarily not be admissible in...
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What are my options if I'm facing a misdemeanor 2nd degree assault charge. I dont think jail will help my issues.
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Answered on January 20, 2015
Second degree assault carries a maximum penalty of 10 years in jail. This is a very serious set of facts. You need an attorney to defend the...
How do i check if a person has an arrest warrant in Baltimore/Maryland?
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Answered on January 20, 2015
Go to Maryland Judiciary Case Search and see if charges have been filed. If nothing appears there, then she most likely has not been charged.
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Can an arrest warrant be issued in this case?
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Answered on January 20, 2015
An arrest warrant would have to identify the Defendant. They have two years from the date of the offense to charge your friend with theft. She...
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What is the best way to minimize impact of 86 mph in a 55 mph in Maryland (trial vs waiver hearing)?
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Answered on January 19, 2015
Request a trial and that way you can contest the ticket. If the police officer does not appear, you will be acquitted. A waiver hearing admits...
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Do breach of contract attorneys barter for their work?
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Answered on January 19, 2015
I do not think that many attorneys barter for their work. Lawyers here cannot solicit business under AVVO's rules. You can use the "Find a...
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Can I file punitive damage and or sue for aggravated assault?
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Answered on January 19, 2015
You can sue for battery and since there is evidence of actual malice, you may be able to recover punitive damages. The problem is that the people...
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How can I help my father find out if his wife obtained power of attorney while he was sick?
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Answered on January 19, 2015
Evan is absolutely correct. In addition, he should revoke all prior Powers of Attorney. He can do this by creating a new Power of Attorney which...