I have to serve 15 days in jail but my lawyer says it will only be 7 for good behavier, can this be true? appomattox va

For non-mandatory misdemeanor time, you serve half the sentence. Half of 15 is 7.5, which will be rounded up to 8 days. Whether or not you receive...

My questions are - 1. Did I make right decision by appealing the verdict? 2. Should I be worried about my immigration?

About your appeal, you should consult privately with a qualified lawyer. If you decide against appealing, you may withdraw the appeal up to one...

how can I be found guilty or can I be found guilty without the injured person ever showing in court

Depending on when you got found guilty, you may still be within the deadline to seek appellate or other post conviction relief, whether or not the...

Will a judge give a sentence longer than what is suggested in the pre sentence report?

Over a decade ago, the United States Supreme Court said it is unconstiutional to require a sentencing judge to sentence within the range of...

Can charges be filed by the police even if the victim chooses not to?

Police and prosecutors do not need the consent/cooperation of a crime "victim" to be able to pursue a prosecution. At the same time, an alleged...

Should I take the diversion? Or should i hire a lawyer and fight it. Because I do not want to admit to something I did not do.

Your matter is too serious to do anything other than getting the advice of a qualified lawyer through a private consultation. With the lawyer, you...

How to avoid jail time?

If a judge or jury convicts you and finds you were speeding 120 in a 65, I expect they will not hesitate to give jail, and that the only question...

How do I invoke my right to plead the fifth when I have been subpoenaed as a witness?

As much as it is an imposition for you to pay an attorney to advise you on this matter, that is the way for getting your questions properly...

Even if the alleged victim does not appear at the preliminary hearing, that does not preclude the prosecution from seeking an indictment against...

The Austin Powers sequel has a great scene where a drunk woman Austin "fancies" throws herself at him, and he proclaims "I can't" under her drunken...