Is it true that In alabama, for everyday a person is in jail awaiting sentencing, that one day counts for four days served?
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Answered on July 16, 2018
Completely not true; it is credited day for day. See, Code of Alabama, 1975, section 15-18-5: "Upon conviction and imprisonment for any felony or...
Will i serve jail time my second time shoplifting ?
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Answered on July 15, 2018
Whether or not the trial court will impose an active jail sentence is strictly up to the trial court judge. Theft of Property is a serious crime...
Will Alabama recognize a Florida Hardship License?
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Answered on July 15, 2018
This is a complex question that needs a qualified attorney to review the facts. If you are currently suspended or revoked in the state of Alabama,...
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What am I facing? What do I do?
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Answered on July 15, 2018
Your best course of action is to immediately seek legal counsel. Do not talk to the police until you have first consulted or retained legal...
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Getting a restricted license from another state
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Answered on July 14, 2018
If your driver license status is suspended or revoked in another state, the state of Alabama will not issue you an Alabama driver license. See,...
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What do I do if I have court this Monday for driving with suspended license and I do not have the money to pay anything?
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Answered on July 14, 2018
You must appear in court whether you have money to pay for a fine or not. Appearing is court is an absolute requirement. The trial court cannot...
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Can they make me restart color code without a judge ordering it?
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Answered on July 12, 2018
Since we have no idea who "they" is, it would be best to seek legal counsel and refer this matter to a competent attorney. It appears, although...
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I was sentenced to 12 mos suspended placed on 24 mos unsupervised probation with cro. I haven't been in compliance.how long will
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Answered on July 11, 2018
The court holding probationary supervision over any suspended sentence has the legal authority to revoke a suspended sentence and impose the entire...
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2 counts of conspiracy to distribute?
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Answered on July 10, 2018
Two counts of conspiracy to distribute (controlled substances) is two counts of a Class B felony offense and very serious. If convicted of both...
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How long do you have to have been working at your employer full time and are called for jury duty to receive compensation ?
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Answered on July 10, 2018
An employer is required to pay you your regular hourly rate or regular salary for days that you serve on a jury, and the employer is required to...