No, you do not necessarily "need" a lawyer at an administrative hearing, but having one is generally a good idea. Some key things that a lawyer...

What are the benefits and the difference between a lawyer and a public defender?

In terms of qualifications, there is no difference. Both private attorneys and public defenders are lawyers who must have the same educational...

Please keep in mind that this is a public forum and that anyone (including law enforcement) can read what you post -- please be careful about what...

The judge gave my boyfriend pbj nd his court info says DEFEDANT RELEASED FROM COM but he hasnt been release what does that mean?

In addition to what my colleagues have said above, you may also want to call the detention center and ask what is holding him. The detention...

How do i go about a cental books holdding me for two weeks after i was release from bail

I'm sorry but I don't fully understand your question. Please re-ask your question more clearly so that an attorney can provide you with some...

My boyfriend missed 3 court dates for a theft charge under 100 plus a trespassing charge, what his he facing?

Under Maryland Criminal Law Section 7-104(g)(3), the maximum penalty for theft less than $100 is up to 90 days incarcerations and/or up to a $500...

If I pled guilty to a manufacturing charge for marijuana 7 years ago, can I have this expunged?

The combined responses of my colleagues above should answer your question for the most part. I have one additional thing to add. Section 10-105...

I got a pbj for the speed competition on highway. a month later which was this past weekend. i got a ticket for spinning wheels.

I understand that you cannot afford an attorney due to financial hard times, but keep in mind that some attorneys will give you a free...

Should I put on my application that I been convicted of a crime or should I say that I have not been convicted of a crime

You should consider speaking with an attorney about the exact dispositions of your two cases as well as the language used in the question on the...