I will likely get teased by some of my colleagues at some point for admitting this, but we have a Buddy 50 scooter for getting around town. It...

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Hi, Student. First suggestion is not to base your studies off of AVVO responses. I honestly don't mean to be a cynic. Just grab an attorney and ask...

What's my recourse with a bogus following too close with accident ticket? Can this be fought and won? How much would this cost?

Of course you can have a trial. It may likely be that if you push for a trial the ticket will be dismissed. If that doesn't happen the trial result...

What can I do to help make sure she doesn't get detention?

Based on your question heading (i.e. "detention"), I am presuming that your child under the age of 17 and subject to juvenile court. If so, this...

I am 16. Its my first offense. I am charged with possession of a firearm on school property, simple assault, and simple battery.

If you have already been arrested and released, you will not be arrested again. Now, if you violate the terms of your release from detention, you...

Is there any hope that he can plead to a lesser charge with less time or should we try to fight this charge?

Good gracious. Get off of AVVO and hire him an attorney ASAP. No Seriously, today is not soon enough. That said, there is a possibility that...

When did new law pass and how far back can they go my last one was eight years ago before law dds says first da says second?

For licensing purposes (DDS), it is the previous 5 years. For sentencing purposes (court sentence), it is the previous 10 years.

Are they allowed to lie about the reason for a visit just to get you in custody?

As other lawyers have answered, yes, probation officers can lie to you. However, looking into your specific situation a little further, it is...

Do I have a defense against DUI if I was forced at gunpoint to drive. And never left private property.

I think the facts that you presented are promising. I would talk with an attorney to explore more specifics. Off the cuff, there might be a...

Can we appeal the sentence and present the new findings for a reduced sentence?

First, talk to an attorney TODAY. Withdrawing a guilty plea is an extremely particular process. The motion to withdraw the plea must be filed in...