My boyfriend was arrested for possession of marijuana in Cobb County, GA. It was his first offense.

The warrant is just to make him show up (if he's in the jail, they know where he is). The marijuana charge is one that he has some options...

Ticketed for public intoxication and interfering with police. I feel I was placed in a compromising position.

Contact the public defender's office now so that you will not be under the gun trying to figure out what to do when you are back in SC for court. ...

What can i do about my aggravted assualt and 2 counts of child cruelty 3rd degree

Defense of others is a valid defense to this charge, but it is very difficult to do on your own. Please consult an attorney or request a court...

Can I qualify for First Offenders Act if I was charged with a misdemeanor?

Follow Mr. Kimbrell's advice and consult an attorney. Many counties offer diversion for shoplifting. Successfully completeing a diversion program...

In a criminal case, if a medical examiner rebuts the findings of the initial autopsy report, is his testimony of his findings

The State has to prove every fact alleged in the indictment at trial. To prove a fact, the State has to have competent evidence. If the medical...

Options when DA is going to Nolle Pross my case

I think you still want the nolle pros. If you think that someone illegally filed the charges, you should consult with an attorney who practices in...

Can it be changed?

Let me add that you should try to get ahead of this if you are having trouble paying. You can be revoked for failing to pay, but most PO's and...

Is it possible to charge a felon wit poss. of a firearm if it was the plan for the felon to help get some guns back?

This person really needs to talk to an attorney about this and tell that attorney about the specifics of what the officers wanted him to do. ...

I received a citation for loitering for drugs and I am curious as to whether or not this appears on my background check.

From what you've written, it looks like you have a misdemeanor charge and it might be just a municipal ordinance charge, but I cannot tell you for...

As a convicted felon, you are not permitted to have a firearm in your possession. I don't think that a standard BB gun would fit the bill, a...