My case from 2000 was dead docketed. Will this show up on a criminal background check?

Yes it will show up on a background check however it is never a disqualifying factor for a just an arrest to be on your record. A dead docket is...

I have 4 charges that are virtually resisting arrest trumped up...is it plausible that the D.A. will work with me to lower them?

I would strongly encourage you to hire a lawyer to do exactly what you are asking. Most times lawyers are helpful to negotiate a good resolution...

How long can my probation officer sentence me for a new charge violation. I have heard that they can only pull 2 years yes/no?

The rule on probation violations is the judge sentences you not the probation officer. There are some limits on how much time they can revoke...

I am 19 and my girlfriend is 16, her parents want to press charges against me for having sex with her, do I have a defense

The age of consent is 16 so any sexual intercourse that occurred after she was 16 would be legal. Any sex that occurred prior to her turning 16...

A 17 yr old is an adult for criminal law purposes, meaning if a 17yr commits a crime he is charged as an adult. For a 17 yr old to move out...

Seeking a law enforcement job

You can apply for a job with law enforcement with a prior misdemeanor conviction. Some agencies will still consider you especially if it was a...

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Is parole possible for a violent crime?

If he was convicted of armed robbery, whatever portion of that count that included prison is not eligible for parole. So if he got 10 yrs on armed...

CAN JAIL TIME BE SERVED BY DOING COMMUNITY SERVICE WORK IN GEORGIA IF INDIVIDUAL HAS SERVED PROBATION FOR 4 YRS FOR THE CRIME.

Jail time cannot be served by doing community service. Your son is facing 1-20 for aggravated assault for the shooting. The time he was on bond...

There was party at friends house and the was alcohol. Me and this girl were drunk and we had sex.

If she was under 16 years of age it is possible that you could be charged with child molestation, statutory rape and a host of other charges...

If my boyfriend gets a two year sentence in Georgia, will the time, including county time, count 3 for 1?

If he received a felony sentence then the decision about calculating the sentence would be left to the Dept of Corrections. They do not give 2 for...