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What is the statatori lemetations on shooting in a occupied or unoccupied vehicle in mobile Alabama ?
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Answered on March 13, 2018
There is no "statute of limitations" for any crime involving the use of violence or the threat of the use of violence in the state of Alabama. See...
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Can I get a driving while license suspended ticket dismissed when I was 16 at the time and now I'm 21?
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Answered on March 12, 2018
If the question is once your license or privilege to operate is suspended by the state, can you get reinstated? The answer is generally yes, unless...
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Can the police search a vehicle if the driver tells them no it's not my car to allow you to search?
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Answered on March 12, 2018
There are some conflicts and issues with your version of events. As a general statement, a non-custodial traffic violation, such as 'switched tag'...
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Can i buy a firearm even if i have a misdemeanor assault on my record?
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Answered on March 10, 2018
If the conviction was entered as a "domestic violence" conviction, then probably not; if the conviction was entered as a simple misdemeanor...
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I am on the diversion program and got pulled over for going 70 in a 90. Jail time? Diversion revoked?
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Answered on March 09, 2018
You absolutely need to consult competent legal counsel on this matter. A lot depends on the pre-trial diversion agreement (or "contract") that you...
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Live in Alabama got D.U. I in Georgia first one ever. ?
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Answered on March 09, 2018
You absolutely need to retain a qualified Georgia attorney to represent you in this matter. DUI laws are strict and carry serious consequences. If...
Why does an appeals court "pretermit discussions"?
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Answered on March 09, 2018
The use of the term "pretermit discussion" means the Court will not go any further in writing an appellate opinion. Once one issue is decided for...
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Will a charge stick if it's for the wrong crime?
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Answered on March 08, 2018
The district attorney can amend or alter any charge from the original charge to an amended charge, so long as the due process rights of the...
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Why does an appeals court rule that a pleading does not comply with appeals Rule 28(a)(10)?
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Answered on March 08, 2018
Appellate practice is highly technical and requires exact adherence to the Rules of Court. The Rules of Court are established by the Alabama...
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Is there a statue of limitations on a dui charge over 8 years
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Answered on March 07, 2018
If a citation (U.T.T.C.) was issued, that act "tolls" the statute of limitations for prosecution. Once an arrest warrant or indictment or traffic...