If a plea deal is accepted by prosecutor must the judge ok it first?

The Judge must accept a deal, however, if the State is looking to "nolle prosse" (dismiss) on the condition of passing a drug screen, I can't see...

I received a warrant notification and I am charged with criminal mischief 3rd degree. My neighbor refuses to let me pay her back

You need to get an attorney as soon as possible. It sounds like there are some unanswered questions. In Alabama, the Criminal Mischief 3rd degree...

Can i just put him on child support?

If you are not married, then the answer is "yes". You would need to file a petition to have the father legally adjudicated the father (the fact...

By Alabama law if the father has physical custody, divorce decree states mom has visitation upon father, what can I do to revers

After a Court's initial custody determination, the law requires a heightened burden on the person seeking a modification of that determination. It...

I was caught stealing how do I ask the judge for a dismissal of my case?? And will the arrest show up on my record

All things you mention (including being in school, working full time, etc.) are postive features that can be used by a skilled attorney to...

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Why was I given an MIP when I was sober and not in possession of alcohol? Should I plea youthful offender?

Both of the other responses are correct. As to the issue of "Should I plea youthful offender"?, if you are under 21 at the time of the arrest, you...

Been in a relationship for 13 years and have two kids. I would like to know if I have to get a divorce?

Mr. Bailey is correct. Alabama certainly recognized Common Law marriage. Alabama does not, however, permit "common law divorce". If there is a...

Preliminary Hearing

Waiving a Preliminary Hearing without the consent of the client is a huge problem in our area. I routinely see Preliminary Hearings waived by...

If a law is amended after a crime has been committed and the person has been charged but while waiting for trial date the

I believe that to be the case as well. The charge one will face should be based on what the law is at the time of the occurance of the alleged crime.

Unlawfully charged with possesion of marijuana and paraphernalia? I am 18 and can't afford a lawyer all at once.

It is important that you get representation. If this offense occurred in Madison County, Alabama, you will go to a "Felony Exam". At that exam...