Can you get in trouble in PTI for failing the drug test they gave you the day of your hearing?

Best case scenario, you get to stay in the program and they retest you within about a week or two. If you test clean or the levels are less than...

How likely is the court to accept an illegal detention claim when both co-defendants are charged with theft by shoplifting?

The only proper answer that an attorney can give you regards to a question like this is maybe because this type of question is going to turn on the...

Typically, if someone is arrested originally for M.I.P. and then has Violation of Probation added, will they be given a bond...

While it is possible for a defendant to petition the court for a probation bond, it is rare that they are granted. It is likely that your friend...

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How long can someone be held in county jail for child abandonment before being indicated?

On a case of misdemeanor child abandonment, the statute of limitations is two years. In cases of felony child abandonment, the statue limitations...

First offender discharge and teaching job

When a defendant is under a first offender sentence, the arrest for the offense is still visible to anyone conducting a criminal background check,...

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How much would mine fines and fees be in georgia for possession of alcohol beverage?

Underage possession of alcohol is a misdemeanor offense. The maximum for the first offense is six months, and with a maximum fine of $300. However,...

PO is recommending 50 days for violation of my probation which is non-payment, will I have to do the time and lose everything?

The judge can revoke your probation for willful non-payment of the fees and fines associated with your case. You will need to take to court all of...

Son was given 3 yrs. 6 months later another county gave him same run concurrent. he did't get credit for the 1st 6 months. why?

Concurrent means only that the sentence in one jurisdiction will run at the same time as a sentence from another jurisdiction. It does not mean...

It is legal for these two individuals to have sex? Yes. If the 22 year old takes any pictures or videos from said encounter, he can be charged with...

Short answer – Your friend is sitting in the county jail for this time because you may have a tug of war between the two jurisdictions as to who is...