My son signed a plea agreement for 6 years but the judge gave him 8 years consecutively

Your son needs a new lawyer to try and withdraw the plea. The lawyer should not have promised a certain result. The prosecutor can recommend a...

Is a "sentence imposed "when a person is initially sentenced, or could it also be when the person is re sentenced at revocation?

This is an interesting question. I'm not sure the issue is settled yet. As you say, it's open to interpretation. We argue over the interpretation...

Can I take this to civil court?

You could sue. It would probably cost more than just living with it. You should probably start by complaining to the hotel chain's corporate...

My sister threw away my pills could she go to jail?

Yes she could go to jail. The most likely charge here is theft, which can carry jail time. Generally a juvenile theft offender will get probation...

What's the most it will cost to get a felony off my record for a lawyer

The first question to answer is whether your felony record can be sealed, not how much will it cost. It will cost more for a better lawyer in...

Why do the police give over there reports to the complainant?

Why do they do it? Because, as you've noted, it makes it less likely the witness will make inconsistent statements. Should they be allowed to?...

My boyfriend got charged with misuse of a credit card he already has a felony on his record

What is your question? Misuse is a fifth degree felony if the amount of money involved is $1,000-$7,500 in a 90 day period or if the victim is an...

It's unlikely you will be arrested at the BMV. However, warrants don't just up and disappear. The longer you stay out, the worse things are likely...

I was just now sentenced probation! What if I fail my very first drug screening?

Yes it is possible you could go to jail for failing a drug test. It is not likely, but possible. How likely it is depends on a number of factors,...

My daughter got a disorderly conduct (misdemeanor of the fourth degree) Her first offense ever. what can she expect?

Anytime you have to go to court the best thing to do is hire a lawyer to deal with the problem. She can expect some kind of fine. What she gets...