Should I seek an attorney or lawyer? If convicted what is the worst thing that can happen? Will this be on my permanent record?

The worst thing that can happen is that you can go to jail for 12 months. However, that is unlikely. Another bad consequence of getting arrested...

You can hire a lawyer to challenge the conviction.

Do I have to be read my rights if I paid a bails bonds man?

It doesn't sound like your rights were violated. Miranda Rights are only required when you are in custody and being questioned. While you were in...

Will my boyfriend be able to get out of jail if he failed to appear?

Your boyfriend would not be in jail if he hired a lawyer in the first place instead of having his Sgt. call the judge's office. Hopefully now it is...

Does it make sense to fight a charges of marijuana poss <1 oz and loitering if there is risk of more severe charges?

Your friend should be discussing the specific facts of his case with a lawyer who is experienced in handling the many variables in a case like this.

How do I get my husband out of jail when bond has already been posted

If you posted the bond and their are no other holds he will be released. If you posted the bond and he is not being released then their is probably...

Can one lawyer represent two defendents arrested @ the same time & charged for the same crime?

It is never a good idea to represent co-defendants.

Can I file a Habeas Corpus myself?

You have 4 years from a felony conviction and 1 year from a misdemeanor conviction to file a petition for habeas corpus. I highly suggest that you...

Cousin sentenced to 15 yrs w/o parole on recidivist law can he get parole?

It depends on which subsection of the recidivist statute he was sentenced under.

Your personal injury lawyer should be assisting you with this situation.