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How to reduce my sentence if all the jury has is probable cause
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Answered on January 10, 2014
If the jury doesn't find you guilty beyond a reasonable doubt, then you won't be sentenced at all. The wording of your question establishes very...
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Your information is found on another criminal and they throw your name in a crime on what grounds can the judge release you?
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Answered on January 10, 2014
If that's truly the only evidence, that is a pretty weak case. I suspect there may be more to this story, but that doesn't mean you don't have a...
Will my husband go to jail for meth residue on a baggie? And of so, for how long? What are the chances for just probation?
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Answered on January 08, 2014
He can be charged with possession of meth if the residue tests positive for it. What sentence he may be facing depends on the strength of the...
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I got a misdemeanor in my hometown, but i'm away at college. Will i have to drop out of school?
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Answered on January 08, 2014
A lawyer should be able to work this out for you such that it does not interfere with where you live and go to school. If this is your first...
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If A person is on mistameanor probation and they have a warrant for missing their appointment be it bevalid when probation ends
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Answered on January 08, 2014
Only if the probation officer filed a valid tolling order, which would stop the clock from running on his or her sentence.
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Are you allowed to buy a firearm in the state of Georgia if you have been arrested for but not formally charged or convicted
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Answered on January 08, 2014
Yes, so long as you have no convictions for domestic violence and so long as your bond conditions don't prohibit it.
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I am a college student and got caught driving without a license. I would rather pay fines than do jail. What should I do?
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Answered on January 08, 2014
You're better off with a lawyer. Whether jail time is likely depends on the court, your driving history and other factors. It's good that you now...
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If someone has a warrant from another county - misdemeanor $300 -
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Answered on January 06, 2014
Yes, assuming both counties are in GA.
Lesser charges of burglary?
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Answered on January 06, 2014
Criminal trespass and theft by taking are some possibilities
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Do I have a good chance beating the case if I had the money I would hire a lawyer I have court appointed
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Answered on January 06, 2014
A lawyer would need to do a full investigation to determine the likelihood of you getting convicted in this case. The facts you have provided are...
