What are his options? What sentence is he looking at?

A DUI 2nd offense is a class A misdemeanor and carries a sentence of 11 months and 29 days with a minimum of 45 days to be served in continuous...

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How long were you on community corrections before you "absconded?" Is this your first violation? There are to many factors involved in your case...

I'm charged with theft under $500 & filing a false police report in TN...this is my 1st offense....wat are my chances

As a first time offender you should be able to receive probation. Additionally, under TN law TCA 40-35-313 you can possibly get diversion which...

Can a DA legally offer co-defend the same plea stipulating that all three co-defend have to take the plea or no one can

As far as plea negotiations go, yes they can. Any or all can choose not to plead guilty and have a trial. You need to call a lawyer immediately...

What happens next? Will the other state find out? Does my pending charges come up in court?can I be extradited ?

Where is each case located? Are you on bond on the first case? If so, the district attorney may file to increase or revoke the bond based upon...

Can a public defender help someone get on probation from a felony drug charge?

Public Defender's are some of the best attorneys in the Davidson and Shelby county area. Even the younger ones have adequate mentoring by...

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A friend of mine was caught shoplifting as a juvenile for an amount of $400

I agree with Mr. Kurtz and the best outcome would be an informal adjustment or diversion. If she has no previous juvenile record and is in good...

If you get put on probation under a diversion for theft under 500 will you be drug tested regularly?

It completely depends on the county and judge. Davidson County has just implemented a new policy requiring regular drug testing for every person...

Theif charge under 500 in davidson county am i looking at county serivce?

Theft under $500 can carry a sentence of up to 11 months and 29 days in jail. All of the judges here in Davidson County are different. Whether...

If I was evicted from an apartment and was sent a summons to appear in court for unpaid rent, could I be arrested if I dont show

Most likely outcome is a default judgment will be taken against you for the balance and possibly attorney's fees. They could then turn this into a...