The state statute on 'leaving the scene' of an accident is very serious. The mandatory penalty is a fine not to exceed that fixed for a Class A...

My son received a DUI in Douglas Co, Georgia and has to report for his hearing soon, but we live in Alabama. What happens

The state of Alabama will enter a suspension order against an Alabama driver license after a report of an out of state DUI/DWI conviction is...

What is the common law? Is "Common law" still followed today on either the state or federal levels? How is the common law supple

The state of Alabama is a "common law" state. In fact, 49 of the 50 states, Louisiana being the sole exception, follow the common law of England as...

I stole $50 worth of merchandise from Sears. First offense 52 years old.

Theft of merchandise from any store is a property crime and carries the potential sentence of jail time. Theft of property is defined as: "A person...

What generally happens when a defendant is found not guilty in circuit court?

If found "not guilty" after trial, the case is dismissed and the clerk of the court enters an order on the U.T.T.C. certifying the judgment of the...

I am considering becoming an escort for a short period of time, just to save enough to cover moving expenses.

It is a violation of the Alabama Rules of Professional Responsbility for an attorney to advise a client or any other person to commit a criminal...

Pretrial diversion or other options?

The fact that you have retained an attorney means that you have entered into an attorney-client relationship. You should ask these questions to...

Can I get my probation annulled if I join the military?

It is my understanding of military enlistment criteria, both regular and reserve, that no person may be accepted into military service on initial...

What are the fines, court costs, and driving record penaties for an open container violation in Winston County, Alabama?

The fine for an 'Open Container' violation is $25. See, Code of Alabama, 1975, section 32-5A-330: "(e) A person who violates the provisions of this...

How can I get court costs waived for a non-moving traffic violation where I never should have received a ticket?

See, Code of Alabama, 1975, section 32-7A-23 (eff. Jan. 1, 2013): "No person charged with violating the requirements of this chapter....shall be...