This is my very first time getting a domestic violence charge. How much time in jail am i looking at

That depends upon how you were charged and of course, the outcome of the case. Most first time DVs are first degree misdemeanors carrying a maximum...

If my case was dismissed but the person commits the crime again can I sue

You can use a person regardless of the outcome of a criminal case and law suits are sometimes successful where criminal prosecutions were not due...

Can a cop keep your phone without search warrant? Isnt it illegal search an seizure?

The police can take custody of a phone without a warrant, but must obtain a warrant before examining the contents of the phone.

I asked my ex for nudes once or twice for nudes she would send them out of random. They are tryin to charge me with 2 felonies

You need a lawyer. You're a long way from sentencing, but jail time is certainly a possibility. So is sex offender registration. You shouldn't...

Can you get court appointed lawyer before court?

Not really, but sort of. "Court" is a very vague term. You often must have your first appearance in court before you are able to ask for an...

My public defender seems like he is in way over his head representing me in a federal case.

You have a right to trial by a jury anytime you face jail time as a possible consequence. Your PD is obligated to assist you and should have...

A juvenile record can be considered by a court sentencing you for a subsequent adult conviction. It also may be revealed and need explanation in...

Can i get the tapes from a drug bust thrown out of court

Whether a specific video will be admissible is a fact intensive inquiry which will be conducted via a suppression motion and hearing. The relevance...

They picked up my bf March 7th how long will it take from sender TX to carrollton oh

It will probably take them a week or two to return him to Ohio. Then it will probably be another week or two until he has a hearing on the...

It sounds to me like this plea agreement does include a set amount of time, it includes the prosecutor's offer to recommend a certain sentence....