The jude would not let my son have a lawyer unless i paid the 25 $ fee for indigency. i am on welfare . is he aloud to do that

I agree with counsel. Many jurisdictions add the $25 fee for indigency to court costs which are due at the close of a case. If you can not afford...

Im the victim in the case can it be dismissed

Unfortunately you don't have the authority to tell the State to dismiss the case. Once the charges have been filed the prosecutor will do what they...

You are required to attend court if you are personally served with a subpoena i.e., the subpoena is handed to you. If you fail to appear in court...

CAN you change your story? Yes. SHOULD you change your story is a much more complicated question. If you choose to cooperate with the police...

What is the penalty for violating a protection order for domestic violence .

Was the defendant actually served with a protection order, or were they just told they had to stay away from the victim in the case? Violation of a...

Most leases contain a joint and several liability provision. That means that each of you is fully and independently liable to the landlord for the...

I have a misdemeanor drug abuse charge that is 13 years old. Can I apply for a ccw license? Also could I open carry?

You can apply for a CCW given the age and nature of the charge. Also, if that is your only criminal record you are eligible to have the record...

As with other fundamental rights, a defendant has the opportunity to waive his right to a speedy trial. The waiver should be done in open court and...

The Supreme Court of Ohio would likely argue that any charge, whether a sealed dismissal or conviction is relevant to your character and fitness to...

Walmart will not normally sue. They will send a civil demand letter requesting you pay 3-5 times the amount of the alleged theft. Hire an attorney...