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My husband was issued a citation for public drunkenness. Was not arrested why is this a court appearence? Has never been arreste
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Answered on April 29, 2014
Certain offenses must go in front of a judge, and are not merely "payable." This is one of those offenses. Your husband caught a huge break since...
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Can an inmtes post bond for another inmate
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Answered on April 29, 2014
Most likely not because a general condition of probation or parole is not to associate with known criminals or people of questionable character....
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How can i get a violation of probation off my criminal record in georgia?
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Answered on April 29, 2014
You would have to apply for an expungement, but this is not the type of offense that can normally be expunged.
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After 6 yrs can def. bring the following: <10 mins to take plea, jurors & counsel dozing off, plea consequences not explained.
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Answered on April 28, 2014
Six years after the fact is going to be too late to file anything. Appeals have to be filed within certain time limits.
How often can an attorney petition for a bond after the first bond hearing?
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Answered on April 28, 2014
There is no specific amount of time you have to wait, but unless conditions or facts have changed the judge would most likely deny the request again.
What legal recourse do I have if undercover police officers and citizen watch groups are harassing me by following me daily?
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Answered on April 28, 2014
File a complaint with the police concerning the citizen groups.
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Can one officer testify about what ANOTHER officer witnessed relating to drug activity in order to get a search warrant?
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Answered on April 28, 2014
Yes. This is hearsay, but hearsay is admissible to get a warrant.
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Can an officer be sued for misconduct due to improper evidence handling after a criminal suspect is adjudicated not guilty?
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Answered on April 28, 2014
Not likely. You generally cannot sue the government. You'd have to bring a 1983 action, and it doesn't sound like there is enough evidence here to...
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If I told an officer at a road block that it was ok to search my truck would it be illegal for them to search my girlfriends
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Answered on April 26, 2014
They would need permission to search her purse. Searching the vehicle is one thing, but to search closed items within the vehicle is a further...
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I was wondering if the jail is supposed to provide an attorney to everyone who is put there. My fiancée violated his probation
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Answered on April 26, 2014
No. The jail does not have to provide him with an attorney, but the court may when he goes to court. Miranda Rights only apply in a few arrest...
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