Victim of an Overzealous Officer but DUI Reduced: What will typically show on a background inquiry by a potential employer?

Under Alabama law, a plea of nolo contendre - which is not allowed or authorized in an Alabama court - is the equivalent to a plea of guilt or...

Need time to find a pro bono lawyer to file an appeal against a monetary award in circuit court. Can the judge grant me more tim

No. There is no legal right to court appointed representation in a civil action in this state. The only legal right to court appointed counsel in...

My 19 year old, single Mom of an 18mo old baby girl, who was in her arms was brutally/physically attacked by her ex step mom.

In all honesty, your statement of the "facts" is somewhat incredulous, but your granddaughter is legally entitled to representation. Under...

Can my husband sue for harrasment against huntsville al police department?

Lawsuits against police officers are notoriously difficult to prevail since the police are legally entitled to an affirmative defense known as...

Yes, under Alabama law, if restitution was ordered by the Court, and there is a willful failure to pay restitution, the court may order...

Any person age 19 years or older is an adult under Alabama and may lawfully enter a contract. See, Code of Alabama, 1975, section 26-1-1, which is...

Under Alabama law, this would be called a "dram shop" action. See, Code of Alabama, 1975, section 6-5-71. Whether or not the state of Texas...

3rd degree burglary; investigator claim evidence

Your best course of action is to consult a qualified criminal defense attorney and one that is familiar with local court practice. The...

Can judge add more time on a 6 months sentence if you are pregnant ?

Once sentence is imposed, the trial judge cannot add more time for post-sentencing misconduct. However, if the defendant was placed on probation,...

I got a ticket for Drug Paraphernalia this is my first offense what will the fine be

The burden of proof in any criminal case is upon the prosecution to prove beyond a reasonable doubt every element of the offense. Many years ago,...