The general rule of law is misdemeanor offenses must be prosecuted within 12 months from the date of the offense. See, Code of Alabama, 1975,...

I need help, bad.

You should never attend court by yourself and hope for the best - that is a sure-fire way to get convicted. Only an experienced trial lawyer knows...

I was recently charged with public intoxication. I'm wondering what the penalties, & if I was actually PI according to state law

The offense of 'Public Intoxication' is defined under section 13A-11-10 of the Code of Alabama as: "A person commits the crime of public...

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Any person applying for an Alabama state-issued identification card must have two forms of proof of identity (raised seal birth certificate is one...

Can may case be dismissed for lack of speedy trial?????????

No. In order to show a violation of "speedy trial" the four part test set forth in Barker v. Wingo, 407 U.S. 514 (1972) must be established by the...

My husband has been charged with armed robbery and assualt. but his public defender says she can apply for youth offenders

The chances of the court granting Youthful Offender status for "armed robbery" (i.e., robbery in the first degree) are low; it is possible but just...

Any criminal defense lawyers in Houston County, Alabama?

You should not expect a private practice attorney to represent your spouse without a reasonable fee paid for his or her services. The cost of...

The fact that you only served one year on a four year enlistment indicates that you received something less than an honorable discharge, and...

Need help getting driving privileges restored. Was adjudicated habitual offender for driving on suspended over 10 years ago

If you are a bona fide resident of the state of Alabama (i.e., established residency for one year or longer duration), you may petition the...

How long should it take to process a motion of disvovery?

The fact that you are asking this question on an internet site indicates there is a break-down in communication with your attorney. This type...