What is my friend looking at on agg poss of herion and petty theft

She really needs an attorney to help her get into intervention in lieu of conviction. This is a program that will allow her to successfully...

It's not at all likely, but there's no guarantee. If you have an attorney, you may even be eligible for a diversion program to keep your record clean.

There are times when you would be ok cashing a money order that you found. It sounds like the owner knew that your friend took it from her. So,...

Expungement in ohio

If you were convicted of this charge, most courts charge a $50 filing fee. Do you have any other convictions on your record? If so, you should...

What happens at a Status Hearing in a criminal case?

It sounds like the judge wants the attorneys to update him about the status of the case, including any plea negotiations and the possibility of trial.

What can be legally done about the applicant of a TPO having contact with the other partie willingly?

Unfortunately, he is the one subject to the protection order- not her. This means that he cannot violate it in any way (even if she is a willing...

What does a person do when in prison but still has warrants for unpaid fines

Obviously, the easiest way for him to handle all of this would be to pay his fines. Otherwise, he could consider writing the judge a letter asking...

What should I say when the judge asks why?

We would need so much more information to give you any intelligent advice. We don't even know what your charge is. Please make some calls to...

How should we fight this?

They only have to read you Miranda if they are taking you into custody to interrogate you. Otherwise, it sounds like he has a good defense. He...

Where can she turn to for help?

She should leave him ASAP. If she doesn't want to file charges, she can get a civil protection order from the domestic relations court. If the...