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I'm a college student. I've paid all my dues for my charge, but haven't finished my community service. Will they drug test me?
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Answered on April 07, 2016
If you are still on probation with the sentencing court, the court via the CRO or probation officer, may order an unannounced drug screen at any...
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Can a criminal defense lawyer issue a subpoena to the state's "star witness" for a deposition prior to trial?
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Answered on April 06, 2016
Absent extraordinary circumstances, depositions are not taken in criminal cases in the state of Alabama. See, Rule 16.6 Alabama Rules of Criminal...
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Will a juvenile dui from 1983 show up now-would this count as a 2nd offense or have the records been sealed because of my age?
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Answered on March 25, 2016
An adjudication in Juvenile Court is not now and never has been a "conviction" - any juvenile court determination is termed an "adjudication" of a...
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Is law enforcement able to inspect my drink if it is in a container like a McDonald's cup or solo cup? How do they get Pr. Cause
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Answered on March 21, 2016
You have several options or choices: 1) Don't go to Gulf Shores; 2) Keep your drinks containing alcohol inside your residence while at Gulf Shores;...
Adultery laws in the state of Alabama ?
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Answered on March 19, 2016
The state of Alabama criminalizes adultery which is defined by the Code of Alabama as a married person living in cohabitation with another person...
Who is responsible for car damages when someone hits a garbage can in the road?
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Answered on March 15, 2016
The driver or operator of every motor vehicle is under the common law duty to remain vigilant and to keep a safe stopping distance between his...
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What are my best options in this situation ?
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Answered on March 03, 2016
Your best course of action is to seek a qualified criminal defense lawyer to represent you. If you made no effort to avoid or flee from police...
Would my wife be allowed to own a gun if I'm a convicted felon? (marijuana conviction)
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Answered on February 27, 2016
Probably not, but it would be best to check with a qualified criminal defense attorney to get a more detailed answer. Under United States Code,...
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What can I do about this
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Answered on February 27, 2016
There are far too many unanswered facts and many questions that must be answered before any responsible advice can be offered. It should be pointed...
Can a law enforcement officer write a ticket for no vehicle insurance on private property if involved in accident
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Answered on February 14, 2016
There is no traffic accident if the entire event took place on private property. The officer should not have completed an accident report, but...