Probation officers have the discretion to take warrants when they perceive that you've not complied with a condition of probation. However, that...

What can I do to get a theft charge that I pled guilty to not to show up on a background Check?

If that was your first offense, and you are willing to use a First Offender on it, you could retroactively apply first Offender to the charge, and...

What will my sentence be for prison

I agree - stop discussing on the internet, it could be used as an admission against you in these cases, which, if convicted, could put you behind...

Do I have to appear in court if I haven't received a written notice from the court?

The conditions of your bond generally require you to change your address, so you will need to either appear, or make reasonable attempts to call...

First offender clarification

If the judge terminated your probation early and you were never violated, you are entitled to the benefit of your first offender. At the very...

How do I go about getting a child molestation charge dropped after you have served 3/4 of your sentence time?

I agree with my colleagues here - the question is not well worded. Perhaps what you mean is that you were convicted for one act, and are serving...

What is the definition of a traffic stop? Can an officer say that he has made a traffic stop if he does not pull over a vehicle?

This is unusual, and it sounds like you have a good defense, since you can't be DUI unless you were driving. Regarding the traffic stop issue,...

Duties of a public defender

One of the most difficult aspects of criminal law is the time it takes for the process to work. Public Defenders are provided at the Government's...

The simple answer is yes. The statute of limitations for a misdemeanor like simple battery is 2 years from the date of the offense. But you must...

Can i use first offenders for a sales charge?

If your record is free of felonies, a Court is authorized to grant you first offender treatment upon request. First Offender Treatment does not...