Sponge record

Alabama currently does not have an expungement law. Criminal histories can only be altered or amended if they are inaccurate or misleading....

This greatly depends on your crime and your sentence. You are only eligible for "good time" for a sentence of 15 years or less on a non-violent...

Statue of limitations

The statute of limitations on misdemeanors is one year. However, you seem to misunderstand what a statute of limitations is exactly. The statute...

Can a youth offender found guilty of rape receive jail time

Yes, the maximum punishment on a Youthful Offender rape case would be 3 years.

What are the laws regarding prosecuting a habitual offender in the state of AL

The Alabama Habitual Offender law only applies to felony for which the defendant is convicted prior to his arrest on the current charge. In...

We live in ala.can they charge interest on a fine?

Alabama does have a provision where the local District Attorney can file a "show cause" on any case where the defendant is behind on paying fines...

What kind of time a person looking at with the charge of rape second

Rape 2nd is a Class B felony and one count is punishable by 2 to 20 years in prison under Alabama's sentencing structure. This is assuming he has...

WHAT ARE THE LAWS FOR THEFT OF PROPERTY UNDER $60.00

It sounds like the charge would be TOP III a misdemeanor. If you are being prosecuted in State court and not in a municipality, the maximum...

It is true that if you get a DUI within a municipality in the State of Alabama it often does not show up on your record. However, this does not...

AL criminal code, penalty for felony charge

Generally, in Alabama the sentencing is as follows: Class A felony with firearm enhancement - 20 years to life Class A felony with no...