Your worst case is having the entire sentence being placed into effect. It is possible to have to avoid that disposition and work out some...

How much jail time will a first time offender charged with a felony have to face if prosecuted. and if they don't?

It depends on your charges. For example , Tennessee gives different punishment based on the severity of the charges. Tennessee has different...

An arrest warrant is just a warrant to arrest someone . It is not a warrant to search for him. One question is that your friend's residence as...

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It depends on the venue. In Nashville, Tn. , you are booked and go straight to court . Normally , a citation is issued in lieu of arrest. Once you...

Will a traffic offense arrest keep me from being allowed pretrial diversion in a first offense shoplifting case?

No. Your arrest on driving on a suspended driver's license will not bar your pretrial diversion.

A status hearing is just that to check on the status of the case. It is a time to determine if the case can be plea bargained , discovery issues ,...

Your question is more of a juvenile question. However , it is unlikely a dependent and neglect petition will be filed to remove your children from...

Can a person who was convicted of a felony in 1973-74, and given a Life sentence, still be allowed to file for a reduction of se

The sentencing court has lost jurisdiction.

I charge with poss of cont-sub or casual exchange it my first charge ever in Davidson county an the state of Tennessee

The outcome might hinge if this is your first charge anywhere for simple possession . If this is your first offense , it is possible to have this...

What is the best course of action to keep this off my record?

The judge does not get involved in the plea bargain process. It is the district attorney's role. I would consult with a attorney. Just reading your...