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Whats the worst sentencing for a 13 year old juvenile charged with 2nd degree arson,

John's answer | Answered on April 11, 2012

If he is 13 then he will be charged as juvenile. He can face anything from a diversionary program up to a juvenile commitment program (juvi jail...

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What do you think could be the possiblle outcome of pleading not guilty to grand theft third degree?

John's answer | Answered on April 11, 2012

First... Hire an experienced, aggressive criminal defense lawyer. If you did not commit the crime, have the attorney evaluate the evidence to...

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Dui last year 2011 IN NC, going off to college in another state? please help!

John's answer | Answered on April 11, 2012

Eventually, not complying will catch up with you; however, you may get away with for a while. If in Ohio you need to get a new license, you will...

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My husband signed a plea deal but the lawyer nor the courts can find it. Is there anything we can do?

John's answer | Answered on April 11, 2012

Yes, potentially you can hire an attorney to file a motion to correct sentence. The transcript of the initial hearing should reflect the exact...

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Are there any repercussions that come with dating a sex offender?

John's answer | Answered on April 11, 2012

I would advise you to be very careful. If you are pursuing a career in the military then you are potentially harming yourself. The military is...

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Can a convicted felon get in trouble for having a fire arm in his house? it is in his wife's name an was not near him or on him.

John's answer | Answered on April 11, 2012

YES he can get in trouble. As a convicted felon he cannot have a gun in his hand or in his house regardless of whose name it is in. He probably...

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How can you get a bond for a first offense in violating your probation?

John's answer | Answered on April 11, 2012

Typically, you do not get a bond on a violation of probation; however, there are always exceptions. If the violation is minor and the person has...

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Will I be able to leave the country when i want too?

John's answer | Answered on April 11, 2012

This questions has multiple layers that need to be addressed. If you have a lawyer, immediately inform your lawyer of your intent to move. If you...

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I am 1.5 yrs into a trafficking marijuana case. the prosecutor NOW wants to turn it into armed trafficking if i dont plea out

John's answer | Answered on April 11, 2012

Unfortunately, yes this is legal. In Florida the prosecutor has the ultimate authority to determine what charges he/she believes are appropriate...

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Info on traffic Court.

John's answer | Answered on April 11, 2012

Typically this information will provided prior to trial (right be for trial). Go to your first court hearing and request to set it for trial. At...

John Skyler Riordan's Answers (1054)

Whats the worst sentencing for a 13 year old juvenile charged with 2nd degree arson,

What do you think could be the possiblle outcome of pleading not guilty to grand theft third degree?

Dui last year 2011 IN NC, going off to college in another state? please help!

My husband signed a plea deal but the lawyer nor the courts can find it. Is there anything we can do?

Are there any repercussions that come with dating a sex offender?

Can a convicted felon get in trouble for having a fire arm in his house? it is in his wife's name an was not near him or on him.

How can you get a bond for a first offense in violating your probation?

Will I be able to leave the country when i want too?

I am 1.5 yrs into a trafficking marijuana case. the prosecutor NOW wants to turn it into armed trafficking if i dont plea out

Info on traffic Court.