If two codefendants share an indictment charged with murder and one receive manslaughter isn't the other also entitle to the sam

They are not entitled to the same treatment. A prosecutor will often agree to a reduced charge if a defendant agrees to a "take a deal". When the...

Every judge is different and there is no official timeline for making a decision. I would agree with the other lawyers hear that most Cobb County...

Will a judge likely dismiss my husband from all parental responsibilities if DNA proves he is not the biological father ?

Your lawyer was the one to give you the best answer. Listen to your lawyer who told you that if he is not the father that he will have no...

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Can my misdemeanor officer contact my felony officer and tell them I had a positive drug screen and help them issue a warrant

Yes, a PO can report any thing you do to your Felony PO and vice versa.

Can I change my children's last name?

You will not be able to legally change the name of a minor child without consent of the father.

I am under the 1st offender act on October 17 2017my probation ends. Do I have to file anything to restore my rights after that?

It is supposed to be automatic, but you would be smart to check with the clerk's office to make sure it's been done. Give it a few weeks after the...

Your sentence begins on the day you are sentenced.

Can they make a person sit in jail for a failure to appear, my boyfriend needs help right now. He has letters from his boss, the

Yes they can. But he is entitled to a court date. He needs a lawyer who can get him in front of the judge to address the issue.

You can probably get away with going to arraignment without a lawyer, just be sure to plead not guilty and ask for a jury trial. Then go get a...

What can I expect when I go to court?

Many jurisdictions have pre-trial diversion or first offender options for a first offense minor in possession charge. Consult with a local...