What should we do when a person was called to a robbery but did'nt help with it and get the same charge

Your best course of action is to hire a qualified criminal defense lawyer experienced in felony level crimes. You should not rely on a...

Any person age 18 but not yet 21 years of age at the time of the offense may petition the court for treatment as a "youthful offender." The trial...

What are the legal aspects and procedures for someone to be arrested for leaving the scene of an accident?

Your question is more an argument than a question. It is obvious that you need professional legal help to assist you in this matter. If convicted...

Do I need a lawyer on my first court appearance to plead guilty or not?

Any person arrested for any criminal offense absolutely needs the professional advice and counsel of a qualified criminal defense attorney. You...

How do you find out what speeding tickets are on your record?

This inquiry does not appear to be a question, but a rant. In any case, you are mistaken that "you can have a criminal record expunged" - that is...

DUI- Refused breathalyzer & request a blood test; was not given blood test. First court hearing scheduled Aug 2012. Options?

Under Alabama law, if you refused to submit to the state's breath test, the police have no obligation to assist you in obtaining a blood test. This...

Can a immigrant on a tourist visa obtain a USA drivers license while visiting the USA

Not in the state of Alabama. In order to obtain a valid Alabama driver license, the applicant must be either a U.S. citizen and resident of the...

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If a speeding fine was issued (June 19) before a fine increase (June 21) , what fine is expected, $151(19th) or $176(21st)?

The "fine" did not increase; the "court costs" increased. The "fine" remained at $20. See, Alabama Rules of Judicial Administration, Rule 20. The...

Can you receive a ticket in AL then have GA suspend your license even though AL says it is a minor offense?

To answer your last question first: when payment is made to a court as a fine, that constitutes a "conviction" under Alabama law. See, Code of...

You should recognize under Alabama law if convicted of the offense of 'Leaving the Scene' of an accident, if you hold an Alabama driver license,...