Can an I be issued an eviction notice if I'm not a full month behind on rent?

If the lease agreement defines late fees (or other monies owed) as "additional rent", then the landlord can give you notice to pay or vacate for...

There is only one way withholding rent can be done properly, and a few statutes shed light on the tenant’s right, namely, FS 83.51 and 83.60. FS...

How is a private attorney different from a public defender?

If you cannot afford an attorney, the Court will appoint the public defender office. They will review your case to ensure no conflict of interest...

What does criminal trespass mean in a Montana bar?

You can be told by the owner or the owner's agent not to return to his private property. If you did, you would be committing the crime of criminal...

What will my sentence be for first offense shoplifting of $40 in montana.

In all likelihood, you would qualify for a deferred sentence (where your case is dismissed after the deferment), with a potential fine and...

Police came in the house i was living with a search warrant found drugs but never arrested me. how long do they have to do so

Statute of limitations allows the prosecutor to file within that time period. However, there is a defense available for delay in prosecution where...

Can I keep my guns in a locked gunsafe at my home where I live with a convicted sexual.offender in Billings, MT?

While you may have lawful possession, you may be setting your husband up for prosecution. Prosecutors can argue that he had "constructive...

How can I plead not Guilty to 2 small marijuana citations, when I have a Physcian approved, unexpired card in Legal Montana?

You should have pled not guilty. Now is the time to get an attorney to represent you. You may have defenses, but your attorney needs an opportunity...

Can montana hiway patrol pull me over for my tow ball

I have handled cases before where this was an issue. The courts, including the MT S CT, are very liberal when it comes to the statute that police...

Will i be charged? and what are the chances im convicted

First, you should not make statements that can incriminate you. Second, in my experience, police and prosecutors can charge you whenever they feel...