When a back ground check is done in "name only" what exactly does that mean?

In "name only" usually means the background check was conducted by a private company that ran the individual's name. Since social security numbers...

You should consult a lawyer for the answer to this question. An attorney can review your Discovery and determine whether you have a legal basis...

Typically, no. The DMV will check the national database to determine whether you have any issues with your driver's license in another state. ...

Need legal or some type of advice!

If she has been Baker Acted, you should have some source of information through the receiving facility that ultimately discharged her. Typically,...

Could a motion for severance be done at trial or a couple of days before trial?

Yes. It is always better for motions to be filed well before trial if at all possible. If it is a complicated motion, you may ask the court to...

I needed much needed advice...My license is being revoke on 02/23/2012 as a Habitual Offender. I paid the 2 tickets.

Issues with driver's licenses in the state of Florida can be very complicated. An attorney can assist you with the process by pulling a complete...

How do you get suggested jury instructions introduced on resisting an arrest?

There are several ways of handling your issue but I would recommend that you consult an experienced criminal defense attorney on the specific facts...

How to defend "Careless Driving - Crash" Ticket (with 4 points)?

You have options to avoid the points on your license. Given your clean driving history, you are probably eligible to receive a withhold (no...

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I have court at 9 am this morn. I have a state defense attorney. Would I do better to get a criminal defense attorney?

As a former Assistant Public Defender for the Sixth Judicial Circuit, I can say without a doubt that I worked with some of the most brilliant...

Can opposing counsel force you to take a psychiatrist exam?

The answer to your question depends on WHY opposing counsel is seeking to have you examined by a psychiatrist. You can always agree to an...