Can Federal agencies investigate state crime? Can state agencies investigate federal crime?

Actually, many crimes are violations of both state and federal laws already existing on the books. When a law is thought broken, the agency...

I am accused for petty theft. My cousin stole the clothes (under $50) & I admitted to it, only to protect her.

Many good questions, one good answer: Speak with a lawyer in person. I offer free consults.

Can one get a misdemeanor drinking in public reduced to an infraction w/o the expense of hiring a lawyer? If so, how?

As prosecutors will usually not speak to those charged, your opportunities to ask for and argue for one may be severely limited. You could speak...

My nephew has been called to give deposition , he is 16, does he has the right to refuse in florida?

If your nephew has been requested to give a deposition by a lawyer or law firm, he may respectfully decline. However, if the "call" to give a...

Where can i ask for help,when my landlord took my washer and dryier without permission in my place?

Jacksonville Area Legal Aid on Adams St. has a housing and landlord/tenant unit. Try making an appointment to do an intake with them. 904...

Yes. Florida HOAs are a little like quasi-governmental agencies who wield a good deal of power. Unless it is expressly permitted, it is likely...

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What are the pros and cons of hiring a contingency lawyer from another city?

Any case with a contingency fee agreement would require the lawyer accepting it to believe it is a solid case, or else they would be spending time...

My boyfriend was arrested 30 days ago, and has only had his preliminary hearing. What now?

As others have said, he must be released once he is locked up 40 days without being formally charged. But, someone must get the judge to sign the...

Can u get a sentence reduction on a 15 year sentence for burglary occupied dwelling?

You do not provide enough information to give a solid reply, but the answer that always applies is: it depends. Not everything is possible, but...

I am on mis. probation for 6 mths. I got a letter telling g me to report to my v.o.p officer and my probation time is not up yet

Do as the letter instructs and report to the office via telephone. usually, misdemeanor probation usually requires reporting to the PO on a...