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If you drop charges on some one but you filled a statement form can the state use it against the person.
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Answered on August 11, 2012
The Attorney's who handle criminal cases represent the State, not the victim. Therefore, their job is to determine if it is in the State's best...
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How can the district attorney deny my petition for expunction?
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Answered on August 11, 2012
The Expungement procedure in most States is statutory, meaning determined by the legislature, thus it is the law of your state. Therefore, the DA...
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If my misdemeanor assault charge in 2003 was dismissed in court, can it still show up in a background check?
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Answered on August 10, 2012
Depending on the statute, you may be able to expunge the arrest but if not, then yes, the arrest will show up on your check. Consult a local...
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I am on probation for a felony, with 2months left. I just got pulled over for my first DWI last night. What to expect?
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Answered on August 10, 2012
You are generally obligated to inform them of the arrest and not informing them is a violation. If you do not contact them then they may or may...
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How does the biological father of my child get added to my sons birth certificate if my ex husbands name is on there?
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Answered on August 10, 2012
Be very careful about how you proceed. I agree with the prior post. The failure to admit and handle this in the divorce is fraud if you had...
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My son is on deferred probation in hariss county since Feb, he was arrested in may for avading arrest now he has a case review
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Answered on August 10, 2012
Yes, get an attorney. He could be arrested if there is an active warrant. Probation Violations are tough becasue they are post conviction and in...
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I am a 59 yr old women who just was caught for the first time on anything petty theft marked
a misdemeanor what should I do?
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Answered on August 10, 2012
Find a local lawyer or ask that one be appointed to represent you when you go to your first appearance or any time thereafter. See if your County...
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Is a victims statement given under the influence of alchohol and propofol and fentanyl admissable in court?
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Answered on August 10, 2012
First, your testimony may not be subject to being compelled under the spousal privilege. However, your husband must seek the advice of counsel...
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How long does a county have to charge you with a posession of a firearm by convicted felon
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Answered on August 10, 2012
There is an appropriate statute of limitations for felonies of this nature. They are determined by the state. Assuming you are dealing with...
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What is a fair expectation when it comes to receiving regular communication from my criminal lawyer?
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Answered on August 10, 2012
You have the right to expect reasonable and routine communications from your lawyer. We are ethically obligated to communicate. With that said,...