Why is it important to be read your miranda rights?

Very good question. You should read the famous U.S. Supreme Court case of Miranda vs. Arizona, 384 U.S. 436 (1966). You can access the case at your...

One of the main differences between the different types of dispositions is when they can be expunged from one's criminal record. Note, an acquittal...

Will my probation officer violate me ?

The short answer to your question is that your probation could violate you for the recently incurred traffic citations. A standard condition of...

My bf has a bench warrant out, we forgot that he had court what steps can we take so he doesnt go to jail & we get another date?

Good question. An attorney can assist your boyfriend by filing what's referred to as a "motion to quash bench warrant." This is a motion that...

How to file a writ of habeas corpus if you are in jail in Salisbury Maryland.

A petition for a writ of habeas corpus is a complicated matter to handle. Your friend may attempt to file one on his own (perhaps with the...

Do I need a lawyer or can I get the same results from the public defender due to Maryland's diversion class for 1st time offense

In addition to what my colleagues have said, I would suggest searching the web for attorney blogs on the differences and similarities between...

I received a DAT for 220.03 in New York. If this is my first offense, and I have a clean record, what are my options?

You posted this question on the Maryland Q&A Board. Please repost it on the New York Q&A Board so that attorneys from that jurisdiction may provide...

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I got charge possession of marijuana got put on pbj probation how do i go about getting and early expunment

I'm sorry to hear that your having problems with your employer. You cannot get a case expunged while you are on probation. Normally, there is a...

If my case was nolle do I still have a "criminal record"?

Based on the information you provided, you were only arrested and charged. You were not convicted (i.e. found or plead guilty). Yes, there is still...