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Is pled guilty to unlawful taking of an auto in 1998. Was trying to find out if it's considered a felony or Misdemeanor in Md
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Answered on August 07, 2017
I agree with my colleague. It is difficult to know whether it is a felony without seeing the exact charge filed. You can look up the case at...
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If I have sold alcohol to a minor and not realized it, (a) will I be arrested immediately and (b) can they lie about their age?
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Answered on August 07, 2017
Usually, you would receive a criminal citation or Summons and would not be arrested. People often lie about their age in bars and have fake ID's....
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Will my license/driving privileges be suspended in MD with a NY ID?
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Answered on August 07, 2017
You will need to consult with a New York lawyer to determine the effect of the suspension on your New York license. You cannot drive in Maryland...
What happens if you were arrested for shoplifting?
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Answered on August 06, 2017
You definitely need an attorney. It is up to you whether to use a private attorney or Public Defender. The judges on the eastern shore can be...
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What will happen at my hearing for violation of unsupervised probation?
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Answered on August 06, 2017
You should complete the class immediately. Otherwise, the judge could send you to jail for part or all of the unserved sentence. You should also...
The prosecutor is threatening to dismiss my charges and refile if I do not accept a plea? Violation of hicks rule?
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Answered on August 06, 2017
Your attorney is in the best position to advise you. You have a speedy trial argument if the charges are dropped and refiled.
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WWhat if I filed a request for a RECALL WARRANT in court ?
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Answered on August 06, 2017
The judge will have to rule on your request, but does not have to grant it. Often times the judge will be reluctant to recall a warrant where...
Charged with TA 21-801 (b) Failure to Control Speed to Avoid Collision
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Answered on August 06, 2017
This is a 3 point ticket because it contributed to an accident. Request a trial and not a waiver hearing within 30 days of the ticket. If the other...
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I was convicted of making an illegal turn in Virginia. I have a Maryland DL. The violation show up on my Maryland driving
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Answered on August 06, 2017
Generally, insurance company only consider points when determining insurance rates. I do not believe your insurance rates will be affected since no...
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What will my outcome be with doing 111 on a 55 with my license provoked?
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Answered on August 05, 2017
If you have been charged with driving on a suspended license, you should have an attorney. This offense carries up to 12 points depending on the...