Return of Property Evidence When Case Has Been Dropped

Bring the issue before the judge and present the receipt for the item. I would suggest you call the judicial assistant for the judge and ask about...

In your opinion, does "cooperating" negatively affect a trial, should they decide the information given wasn't enough?

Yes. What happens to the information depends on the circumstances under which you provided that information. Did you provide the information with...

How long can the state prolong a trial if the defendant has asked for a speedy trial?

If you filed a "Demand for Speedy Trial" the state has 60 days to bring you to trial.

How and where did you give the incorrect address? Has the probation officer discovered or confronted you with this situation?

I have run out of money to continue my defense, on a trafficking charge with my private attorney

If you attorney no longer wants to represent you and the judge allows him/her off your case then you will be appointed the public defender.

I was arrested for DUI in Kansas in 2004 and received a diversion... case dismissed without prejudice. Can I get this expunged?

Yes it will appear on a background search.

My son has a grand theft auto charge and was placed on probation for it, he recently got arrested for retail grand theft.

What is your question?

Will I go to jail?

The chances are high that you will be looking at a jail sentence. I suggest you hire a criminal lawyer.

If this is your first offense you should be eligible for a first time offender program. Also, you will probably be served with a claim for a civil...

Is it normal for State to have to speak to victim before dismissing the case?

Completely normal. The prosecutor has to speak to the victim or at least take all steps reasonable and necessary to speak to the victim before...