My sister was charged with assault 4 thanks to our brother. The prosecutor said it could be handled out of court what's he mean

The prosecutor probably means a diversion program. Regardless, your sister needs an attorney. If you cannot find a local attorney on Avvo, a...

Is the following a crime?

You should check with a New York attorney, but that sounds like blackmail, or extortion to me. If you cannot find a local attorney on Avvo, a...

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Will being a victim of a violent crime show on a background check for a law enforcement position? or Disqualify me?

No to the first question. But they may ask about other times you were involved with the police and this would count As for disqualification,...

I'm 15 years old I have a history of 2counts of family violence did probation got off but now I'm being charged. Look in details

You need an attorney. Do not talk to the police or anyone else about this matter, except your parents. If you cannot find a local attorney on...

What type of attorney would I need to file suit against a District Attorney's Office for clear violations of victim right's.?

Have you addressed this with your victim advocate and the head prosecutor? Have you called the local newspaper? You may want to consult a...

What does affirmed mean?

Affirmed means the appellate court affirms the decision of the lower court. A 'reverse an remand' means the appellate court overturns the lower...

I live in Florida. I have a twenty year old warrant for violation of probation in Michigan. Can my wife get a green card?

You could be detained by ICE at the interview. Take care of it. Find a Michigander squire's help.

My question is what do i do if someone wants to press chargers on me over a fight because i did not know that they are pregant?

No. Do not talk to the police. Talk to a lawyer and go voluntarily to an anger management program for batterers. Stand up and be a man, rise above...

I got into a fight today and im underage so what could happen?

Hopefully you will not get suspended from school. You could get charged with battery. You may be offered a diversion program. Go tell your parents....

How can i go about clearing up a crimnal background issue? i have a 2009 Lynching charge that was dropped to simple assault.

Discuss this with the lawyer who fabulously got your lynching charge reduced. You may need to seek clemency or pardon.