How long can my son be kept in jail without a court date?

It sounds like the public defender is admitting to civil rights violations by the courts. If he were my client I would ask for a bond, a speedy...

All crimes require a requisite mental state, or mens rea. If you didn't know it was stolen that is an absolute defense. If you've recently been...

Normally, your first test ,if it's within 30 days of being placed in the program, will not count against you.

If a convicted felon is driving a car and I am the passenger carrying a conciled weapon with a conciled weapons permit

Convicted felons are not supposed to be around weapons or even ammunition. If you don't tell him or her, you place them in a very precarious...

What type of lawyer would I need to file a motion to request a furlough?

Actually criminal lawyers are the one who routinely file requests for furlough. Most commonly they are filed to get out of jail or prison for a...

Son in jail for DV; was already on probation. Wife lied to get him arrested.

Absolutely. Domestic violence charges are often used as a tools by disgruntled lovers/spouses. Hire a talented and aggressive attorney.

I work for State of Alabama. Coworker had me arrested for Assault3. Investigation by police a work found no wrong doing.

You can sue for false arrest, false imprisonment, abuse of process, slander, etc

Rights to be read to you during an arrest?

Miranda warnings apply to custodial incriminating questions. If you made any admissions in such circumstances they can be suppressed.

I have a brother who got charged with 1st degree rape. Because his court appointed lawyer told him to plead guilty

It sounds like you may be getting some bad advice. There is a procedure for withdrawing a guilty plea in Alabama if you act timely. Also, under...

What is the likelihood of being convicted of a drug distribution conspiracy without no physical drug evidence?

Since you are represented you should speak with your attorney. After doing this for 23 years, it sounds like you have some good defenses.