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How can you be convicted of DUI if the officer never established probable cause for arresting you to begin with?
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Answered on March 01, 2012
I think you may be confusing 'reasonable suspicion' to stop under the rule established in Terry v. Ohio with the legal requirement for "probable...
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I'f someone is charged with a marijuana misdemeanor and no evidence is taken along with no drug tests can it be dismissed
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Answered on March 01, 2012
There are many factors that must be considered in this fact situation - the legal authority of the police agency to stop and detain you; the...
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What is the acquittal rate for DUI cases in Circuit Court across Alabama?
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Answered on February 28, 2012
2009 DUI Arrest Data
Total: 21,951 DUI Arrests state-wide
Convictions: 16,983 (77%)
Dismissed/Nol Prossed: 3,907(18%)
Acquitted/Not Guilty: 976...
I ALWAYS use my turn signals, Still got a ticket?
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Answered on February 28, 2012
Traffic offenses are crimes of 'strict liability' meaning no intent (or as used in law "mens rea") is needed to violate the offense. Conversely,...
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If I got a minor in consumption charge do I really need an attorney to help defend me?
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Answered on February 28, 2012
There are a number of issues that must be considered. First, there is the mandatory loss of driver license. If found guilty of the offense of...
I got a public intox 1 1/2 years ago and was fined and put on probation. I got a DUI 8 months ago. Whats max sentence in AL?
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Answered on February 28, 2012
As best I understand your question, you were arrested but never adjudicated for the DUI charge. There is no mention of the public intoxication...
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Should I hire a lawyer? If not, what should I plead?
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Answered on February 27, 2012
You are in serious trouble, whether you recognize it or not. The offense of 'Public Intoxication' is a violation, and classified as either a felony...
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Do we need to get a lawyer for this case? Charged with public intoxication in District court
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Answered on February 27, 2012
Your best course of action is to get the professional assistance of a qualified criminal defense lawyer. The fact that your son was charged with...
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How do i terminate non-custodial right in Alabama?
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Answered on February 26, 2012
You need an attorney that is completely familiar with Alabama family law and practice. The situation you describe concerning a non-cusotodial...
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How much are lawyer fees to have right terminated in Alabama?
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Answered on February 26, 2012
You need an attorney that is completely familiar with Alabama family law and practice. The situation you describe concerning a non-cusotodial...