Usually means "long term preventive detention."

A judges keeps putting off my custody hearing. What steps can I take to make him stop doing that?

If you have an attorney then you should speak to him or her.

I would also add to Mr. Mahaney's excellent answer that the bail bondsman could also possibly "come off your bond" if you don't, meaning you would...

What are my best options in dealing with tickets for expired tag/proof of insurance?

It depends on the Court but it never hurts to try.

Check your divorce paperwork. Many agreements or orders will state that both parents have access to school and medical records and the like. If...

It's it possible to receive pretrial diversion after someone has been convicted?

Assuming that this case involves some type of misdemeanor (for example, public intoxication) that was handled in municipal or district court, if it...

What can I do to help my husband in jail that's not getting the proper health care there?

I agree with Mr. Roberts' excellent answer. Also, if you cannot afford an attorney, the American Diabetes Association has a network of attorneys...

Can 1 individual press charges on me for rec stolen property if they never owned the property? ?

If you plead guilty, you have waived many of these issues. You did not say whether you had asked to set aside (withdraw) your guilty plea but this...

WWhat happens if you violate probation?

There are any number of possibilities. If the prosecutor files to revoke your probation, the Court will hold a hearing and decide what to do, which...

How do I get custody of a cousins 5 year old?

In Alabama, any person can seek custody of a child who is alleged to be "dependent" (meaning that parents of the child are "unable or unwilling" to...