How can I get my felony reduced to a misdemeanor after I've paid all my fines?

There is no possibility that the felony conviction can be amended to a misdemeanor. The trial court has no jurisdiction to amend, vacate, alter, or...

What obligation do I have to stay at alleged shoplifting scene

Under the Code of Alabama, 1975, section 15-10-14, "A peace officer, a merchant or a merchant's employee who has probable cause for believing that...

Yes, it is legal. Alabama is a "one party consent" state meaning as one party to the recording is aware, in this case, the restaurant, then the...

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Am I allowed to own a handgun?

Unless you were certified as an adult, at age 14 your case would have been disposed in the Juvenile Court. An adjudication as a juvenile offender...

It is a Constitutional requirement found in the original United States Constitution of 1787 that the chief executive of every state - the Governor...

Yes. If the witness is competent to testify, then the testimony will be admitted. However, as a practical issue, once a police officer retires,...

I am currently 17, I am turning 18 in January, & graduating school in May. Can I get married and move out at 18

The Code of Alabama establishes the minimum age to contract marriage at age 16. However, under Section 30-1-5 titled 'Consent of parents and bond...

How can I get a disorderly conduct charge from 2011 off my record. I pleaded not guilty but they found me guilty ... police lied

Unfortunately, you are stuck with a criminal record the rest of your life, unless and until the Alabama legislature amends the expungement law. The...

Can I file a restraining order against daughter who is 17 having sex with 20 year. old boyfriend? He lied about his age.

It is not a crime in this state for a person aged 16 years or older to engage in sexual acts with another person, absent coercion, duress, use of...

Do I need to do anything when moving to Alabama regarding sex offender registration?

The term "conviction" is very broad when dealing with the Alabama Sex Offender and Community Notification Act. A "conviction" is defined as: "A...