Dismissed misdemeanor on background check

It could show that you were arrested for assault and then the charge was dismissed. Just the arrest may have negative consequences for a teaching...

Pen pal is in federal prison. Federal offense violated prior VA probation. How can she get public defender to clear violation?

Why not contact her attorney who represented her on the drug offense and see what he or she can do about dealing with the probation violation? In...

Go onto the Canadian government website. You will find that there is a wait period plus a application form you must complete.

I have deposited cash to bail out my son from jail. Now I don't to risk my money. How can get my money back?

The clerk's office of the court in which your son is to appear will help you with getting this case on the docket for you to be removed as the...

You can call the police and report this threat or go the magistrate's office in the county where this threat occurred. Do not delay because there...

Will I be arrested if I paid back in full the restitutiona fee on first day of Arraignment?

Paying the full restitution is taking responsibility for your actions BUT it is an admission of wrongdoing. You need to hire a local experienced...

If the online docket information shows that a case was dismissed, do I still have to go to court? Tried calling but already clsd

Indeed, you should speak to the clerk to ensure that the case was dismissed.

He is in jail for strangulation and assault. I wasn't reported, but I hit him first, allegedly while under the influence.

This is a public website, which can be read by anyone, including prosecutors and the police, so don't post any more details. Speak to a criminal...

Can a prelimenary protective order giving by a judge get dissolved if the two people dont want it in the first place?

As you have been advised, hire a local experienced criminal defense attorney right away to look into the situation. Most defense attorneys will...

Medical student without conviction hoping to apply for residencies through ERAS

If the question asks if you have been CONVICTED of an offense, the answer is "no" if the charge was dismissed. If the question asks if you have...