I got accsed of taking 500$. I do have a prior charge from 7 years ago. I did pay the money back. Should I represent myself or

Most prosecutors will harp on your prior, because its more serious than your current crime. It would be helpful to have a your own lawyer to push...

In federal court, 5 years from the date of the offense. For most state felonies, 3 years.

Is there a statute of limitations on a bench warrant for a misdemeanor because of shoplifting?

Bench warrants have no expiration date. Some indicate extradition only within state, others restrict to extradition to adjoining states, most have...

How can a court appointed attorney threaten to enter a plea of guilt if the defendant doesn't wish to do so?

The judge cannot accept a guilty plea from an attorney. The words must come from the defendant. Also, the defendant must affirm or swear that they...

How is it okay for a police officer to assault me?

I find serious issues with your account, police don't arrest for pot and paraphernalia charges in Seattle anymore. Something more must have been...

You will be asked to enter a plea at the arraignment. You should enter a plea of not guilty unless you have hired an attorney and s/he advises you...

Insurance companies typically look back 7 years. The conviction, however, being a misdemeanor rather than an infraction, will remain on your...

Do I need an attorney if IRS and U S Dept of Justice have the defendant and pleaded guilty

You have the right to be present or mail a letter to the USAO victim advocate which will be presented to the judge. Or you can do nothing at all.

How would i find out if my incarcerated son has an ice hold?

Hopefully this will assist: https://locator.ice.gov/odls/#/index

Why not just ask that your case be brought for review in early April? The case can be dismissed then, provided you complied with all conditions of...