What can I expect to happen at Magistrate Court? Is this the forum which additional charges can be brought upon the defendant?

It sounds as though you have already spoken to the police. The local district attorney's office has a victim's advocate unit that you can ask to...

You're in a tough spot. The State can prosecute someone if he/she has "constructive possession" of contraband. That would mean that you had...

How can I get my boyfriend who is in Carroll County Jail in Carrollton Georgia get his time served moved with him to p d c.

That will probably be a tough task. The PDC programs have their own set timetables. There are a few possibilities for him, but they would involve...

Need criminal defense attorney specializing in sex offenses to guide me in prosecuting young daughter's Navy recruiter.

I believe we corresponded before about this case. You would do well to speak with a lawyer who could help guide both you and a detective about...

How can I keep points from getting on my record for a speeding ticket in a school zone?

Go ahead and call a lawyer that handles speeding tickets. Typically the primary concern with these things is insurance rates going up, so you would...

I live in Texas and received a speeding ticket (54 MPH in a 35 MPH zone) in Porterdale,GA.

You will need to reach out to a lawyer that handles traffic tickets. Lots of jurisdictions will allow an attorney to appear for you and enter the...

I need a good traffic lawyer.

Go ahead and call a lawyer that handles speeding tickets. Typically the primary concern with these things is insurance rates going up, so you...

The answer to your question will depend on the nature of the charge. If it was under the state code, then a conviction would appear on his record....

Supercedeas

Unfortunately that will not stop the conviction from going on your record. Luckily, if it was a city ordinance only, then it likely will not show...

What's the process at court for a first offense obstruction misdemeanor?

No, you will not go to jail for entering a not guilty plea at arraignment. They will set the case down for calendar call. Between arraignment and...