Family violence battery (misdemeanor)

If you plead Nolo to the charge you cannot expunge the arrest unless you did so when you were under 21 years old, and it has been at least 5 years...

Does a defendant have the right to be notified that his attorney is also the city attorney?

This does not create an immediate conflict as the city is different from the county. If a conflict were to arise the attorney would have to notify...

I would be amazed if a criminal prosecution arose out of this. He is really only dealing with a civil matter. At the end of the day it's the credit...

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How much time can you receive for sales of methamphetamine and possesion of p22 this is his first drug charge

If he can get the case plead down to a misdemeanor, or even just simple possession, he may be able to avoid jail time and only have to do...

My boyfriend is in jaIII l

He could sit for weeks or even months waiting to see a judge in either facility. Neither DeKalb nor Fulton is known for moving quickly.

How do you get aggravated assault dropped if your the victim and do not want to prosecute

Unfortunately, uncooperative witnesses for the prosecution does not mean an automatic dismissal for your case. It is up to the prosecutor's office...

How to file a sentence modification in prison? How to obtain the necessary paperwork?

The modification is filed in the clerk's office of the courthouse, a copy is served on the prosecutor's office, and another copy is delivered to...

What is the maximum duration of time allowed with a travel permit to travel to a different state?

There is no set time limit unless it is specifically stated on your paperwork. Let you PO know that you're going, and if she gives you a hard time...

Is it legal for a non aggressive ten year old to be handcuffed and put in holding cell even when parent present at the scene

Nothing illegal was done here as they were restraining a child who was just involved in a fight. It sounds like both children should have been...

Let it linger. You may not have a court date yet because they realize the case is weak, and they are still investigating. If they don't find enough...