Is the FBI identification record (or rap sheet) comprehensive; a "no record found" response means FBI doesnt have ANY records?

An FBI rap sheet is as comprehensive as the reporting agencies are in reporting arrests from the several states. If it says "no record found" -...

Is possessing a firearm in church legal if the church houses a private school during weekdays?

I have discussed this situation in my book, and have advised that as there is no case law on the issue - it is subject to interpretation. My...

If your case was dismissed such that you have no firearms restrictions in the State jurisdiction, then you are not a prohibited person under...

If i have a restraining order in new jersey and i moved to florida can i own a gun in florida?

Federal law controls gun ownership as well as state laws. If a restraining order is still in force, and it restricts gun ownership -- the...

A juvenile conviction is not a "felony conviction" per federal law if it happened in juvenile court. However, if you were a juvenile convicted of...

My attorney told me that if I plead guilty that I would receive 1 year probation.My paperwork that I was given says 5 years.

If you believe your attorney lied to you, or affirmatively misled you -- in many states you have a limited amount of time in which to complain. My...

Can I plead not guilty? Do I need an attorney?

In almost all jurisdictions a lack of knowledge (ie: "scienter") that an illegal drug is present is a complete defense to the charge -- if it can...

If I have never committed a feloy but I am charged with aggravated battery with a motor vehicle, will i go to prison?

Aggravated battery is a serious crime, and a second degree felony in Florida. However, the circumstances of each case are unique, and if you are...

What should i do??

A burglary is an uninvited entry or remaining in a structure with the "intent" to commit a crime inside the structure (independent of the entry)....

A Convicted Felon Caught with Pistol case dropped due to a bad stop made by police.

If the firearm was found as the direct result of an illegal stop then the evidence would be suppressed on a proper motion to suppress. State and...