This is a very serious violation. It is one thing to simply fail a drug test; it is another, much more serious violation to be caught with fake...

Domestic violence 3?

The statutory penalty for domestic violence in the third degree is a Class A misdemeanor. A second conviction of domestic violence is a Class A...

No, you cannot plead "nolo contendere" or "no contest" in the state of Alabama. See, Alabama Rules of Criminal Procedure, Rule 15.1 (b): "The pleas...

Theft crimes in the state of Alabama, with some exceptions, are established by the value of the property taken. As a general statement, theft of...

How can I have my driving record expunged?

Any conviction of any kind - misdemeanor or felony - cannot be expunged.

Can I refuse a drug test in court ?

Yes, of course, you can refuse. And the trial court judge will then order you held in contempt and have you incarcerated for five days. See, Rule...

Can I go to jail for cutting of a motorcyclist who had a GoPro on?

A civilian on a motorcycle can only report a crime or an offense; that person cannot "press charges" as that is the function of law enforcement and...

It is impossible to predict how any court or any judge will sentence a defendant prior to trial. It is possible the district attorney will offer a...

Got a ticket for a DUI and hit and run, leaving the scene.

One year. See, Code of Alabama, 1975, section 15-3-2: "Unless otherwise provided, the prosecution of all misdemeanors before a circuit or district...

You If I have paid a lawyer to go to trial with me, but I fired him before trial, am I entitled to a refund?

A client can "fire" their attorney at any time for any reason or for no reason, and is not required to state or offer a reason. However, the...