Questions answered by George C. Mangrum

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I was pulled over for failure to stop at a sidewalk then charged with a dui because I take Xanax.i didn't blow.do you think I

George's answer | Answered on April 07, 2013

Probably not, but there is no way to know without knowing whether or not you have any priors, and knowing the particular facts of the case. You...

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Arrested with no fingerprint or jail for petty theft 3 yrs ago, completed pretrial diversion, will judge see this?

George's answer | Answered on April 07, 2013

You clearly need to hire an attorney as soon as you can. Check around your area and someone will work with you on a payment plan of some sort. If...

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Can my boyfriend be sentenced as a youthful offender if he is convicted of a crime carrying a minimum mandatory sentence?

George's answer | Answered on April 05, 2013

Yes he can, provided that either the State or Judge make him a youthful offender offer, and that he has not been sentenced as a youthful offender...

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What can I do ?

George's answer | Answered on April 05, 2013

You need to hire a Criminal defense attorney for your husband right away. A violation of felony probation allegation is extremely serious and your...

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HOW HARD IS TI TO GET OUT OF A PLEA BARGAIN AFTER YOU HAVE SIGNED ALL THE PROPER PAPERS

George's answer | Answered on April 05, 2013

It is not possible to say with the info provided. Has the plea been entered before the judge or not? Talk to the attorney on the case about what is...

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I have a statute question my sister had me charged with the theft of some scrap jewelry I was first told by the officer on the

George's answer | Answered on April 01, 2013

If I'm reading this correctly, the warrant is from TN. If so you need to ask your question in the TN forum. the lawyers there will know TN law. It...

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How long will I be in jail

George's answer | Answered on April 01, 2013

You need to hire a local defense right away. As others have mentioned its not possible to know how much jail time without knowing what you are on...

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I violated probation with a misdemeanor and the violation was dismissed. If I get convited of that misd. will i violate again?

George's answer | Answered on March 28, 2013

It depends on how the violation has been dismissed. The other attorneys are not completely correct on this issue and you need to be very careful in...

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Could he get a VOP if his restitution is before he goes to court?

George's answer | Answered on March 26, 2013

The question isn't entirely clear, but If someone is on probation and is charged with a new crime that happened while on probation, there will...

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Can i get my rights to a speedy trial back after i gave it up?

George's answer | Answered on March 25, 2013

Since you have an attorney in place you need to call him/her and ask them your questions, and about the pros and cons of demanding a speedy trial..

George C. Mangrum's Answers (485)

I was pulled over for failure to stop at a sidewalk then charged with a dui because I take Xanax.i didn't blow.do you think I

Arrested with no fingerprint or jail for petty theft 3 yrs ago, completed pretrial diversion, will judge see this?

Can my boyfriend be sentenced as a youthful offender if he is convicted of a crime carrying a minimum mandatory sentence?

What can I do ?

HOW HARD IS TI TO GET OUT OF A PLEA BARGAIN AFTER YOU HAVE SIGNED ALL THE PROPER PAPERS

I have a statute question my sister had me charged with the theft of some scrap jewelry I was first told by the officer on the

How long will I be in jail

I violated probation with a misdemeanor and the violation was dismissed. If I get convited of that misd. will i violate again?

Could he get a VOP if his restitution is before he goes to court?

Can i get my rights to a speedy trial back after i gave it up?