Do I need an attorney

Again I hear the ubiquitous question: "Do I need a lawyer?" Based upon your facts: yes. If you cannot afford one ask for a public defender. Do...

My 19 yr old son was just charged w/Simple Battery-FVA. I am the victim. How do I go about getting the charges dropped?

Whether or not to proceed with the charges is within the State's discretion.

Why can't I file an an assault report with the police?

Go down to the police department with your mother and sister and ask for a supervisor and a translator.

The accused is presumed innocent until proven guilty beyond reasonable doubt. Their best bet is to retain an experienced local criminal procedure...

Brother charged with murder, with only the guilty party's accusation...

The accused is presumed innocent until proven guilty beyond reasonable doubt. Help them by retaining an experienced local criminal procedure...

Can i be represented by a lawyer if am pressing charges for assault and damages to my car?

You could. But try contacting the victim advocate at the prosecutor's office to get status on the case and discover the status of the case and...

Why a plea bargain?

There could be a multitude of reasons. Contact the victim advocate at the prosecutor's office and advise them you want to meet with the prosecutor...

How long do you have to press assault charges in Henry County, Missouri

Yes. Dial 911.

Can i sue a person for a hate crime with physical injuries?

Consult a personal injury attorney in your area. A major consideration is whether or not the person sued has any money to recover damages from....

Husband accused of agg. assault, but it is truly a false accusation and there is a witness. What can I do?

He is presumed innocent until proven guilty beyond reasonable doubt. Ask for the public defender at the next court date, or retain an experienced...