What is the normal process after being arrested?

The accused will likely have a court date specified on their bond papers. If so, that date is the arraignment, and usually is within a month or...

What can happen to me at court and why do i have 4 court dates after being out on bond ?

Answer to question one: At court, your first time there will likely be for arraignment. There, you'll receive a copy of the formal charging...

How to defend a simple battery charge when it was self defense?

II completely agree with all three of my colleagues' answers. Obviously you, or anyone else for that matter, don't want to pay an attorney a ton...

How do you get a battery and cruelty to children charge when you didnt file it?

I agree with the previous answer. While the odds are not in favor, here's something you can try to do to get the charges dropped (I assume he's...

What would you be charged with for doing this?

In addition to all the crimes, you also face a possible civil lawsuit for money damages. Expect a verdict of hundreds of thousands of dollars...

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An open container in garbage after accident.was found in center panel Do I need a lawyer? affect on nsurance?

Your insurance may go up because you rear-ended someone and were cited for following too closely. I wouldn't worry too much about the open...

How long can you stay in jail without having a bond or bond hearing ?

By law, within 72 hours of an arrest, you must be seen by a judge (usually at the jail). At that time, if the offense is bondable, that judge will...

What would most likely happen to a 16 year old who was caught shoplifting for the very first time?

Assuming she has to appear in court, the worst that should happen, assuming she admits to doing the act, is some sort of probation. She'll likely...

Is it worth going to court for my speed ticket? 90 mph at a 70mph

I agree completely with the two previous attorneys. However, if you are under age 21, then you definitely need to go to court and get an attorney....

Need a lawyer to represent me for mistreatment/neglect by EMS and false arrest.

Well, you are facing criminal charges, so you really do need a criminal defense lawyer. Also, you can think of pursuing a civil action for false...