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Does a "first offender" read the same as a felony on your record? Does a first offender still have the right to bear arms?
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Answered on September 16, 2012
If you successfully complete your probation you will not have a felony conviction on your record. You may not possess firearms while on first...
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What type of lawyer would be best to fight my case?
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Answered on September 15, 2012
An experienced DUI lawyer. This sounds like a very fightable case. Get a lawyer soon, as you need to act quickly to preserve your driving...
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Charges where droped but i still have to appear before court for arraignment do I need to have a attorney. Im unemployed.
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Answered on September 14, 2012
She doesn't have the authority to dismiss the charges against you. With arraignment pending, it is time for you to hire a lawyer.
Are the terms of probation in Cobb County more relaxed once I am put on non-reporting status?
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Answered on September 14, 2012
You should consider hiring a lawyer to try and get your probation terminated altogether. I handle a lot of cases in Cobb. Please let me know if I...
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My friend was charged with theft. This is his first felony. Will he go to jail or get probation only?
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Answered on September 13, 2012
This question should be addressed to his attorney. Whether he should take a plea and what sentence he can expect depend on numerous factors,...
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What should my 20-yr-old son, the driver, do after he was arrested with 3 other boys when they found a blunt in the backseat.
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Answered on September 13, 2012
Fight this case. Without knowing more of the facts, it sounds like it will be tough for the State to prove your son guilty. There may be several...
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Could i ask a judge to terminate my probation even though i still owe court fees and community service?
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Answered on September 13, 2012
You can ask, but they would laugh at you and say "no." In order to have any shot at getting probation terminated early you have to satisfy all the...
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I am on probation; can I leave the state?
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Answered on September 13, 2012
If you have satisfied the conditions of your sentence, this will not be a problem. Even if you have not satisfied all the conditions of your...
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Felony charges that can be used for accusation
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Answered on September 13, 2012
Thefts, forgeries, other fraud type offenses, escape (and other jail related offenses) and possession of a firearm by a convicted felon. That is...
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Can I get in legal trouble if someone I'm with is in possession of drugs.
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Answered on September 12, 2012
It's definitely possible. If the cops find any marijuana in the area and no one specifically claims ownership of it, everyone, including you, will...