How or can you have a preliminary hearing after you waive your right to a preliminary hearing if you havent went to trial yet

Sorry. Once you waive your right to a preliminary hearing, you are not entitled to request one. A person charged with a crime in Tennessee should...

Can I be convicted for shoplifting, if I was with someone that was shoplifting?

It is possible to be convicted of shoplifting under the facts you presented. Under Tennessee law, you could be found guilty under the theory of...

Yes you can plead guilty at the first court date. You might want to reconsider that choice. Under Tennesse law , a boating under the influence...

Everyone arrested in Tennessee is entitled to a bail bond. There is one exception. A capital offense is not entitled to a bail bond. A capital...

Can i be 3 hrs late for court?

Be on time for court. Explain your situation to the court.

I agree with Mr.Larsen. In Tennessee you can be charged with DUI by being in physical control of a car. The courts give some guidance on determine...

Should I tell my new employer about my diversion?

Follow your lawyer's advice. They know more about your case than some random lawyer. I would review your employee handbook to determine if their is...

Domestic Vandalism

In some cases , a criminal case may be dismissed if a critical witness does not appear in court. One has to make a motion to dismiss for failure to...

What should I do?

First , you need to hire a criminal defense lawyer or apply for a public defender. You were fortunate not to have charged with a DUI. A underage...

Violation of judicial diversion probation.

Could be depending on the judge. Some judges have the position that you were given a big break on the diviersion . If you violated some don't view...