Yes, appointed counsel can refuse to file motions with no basis in the law or the facts. Yes, the judge can refuse to assign a different public...

What will my penalty/punishment be?

You're probably going to get a civil demand letter. Most of us advise our clients to ignore these. If you get a summons for theft from a court, you...

What can I do about criminal charges?

You need to be a little more clear about what the situation is. Is it the "father" of a girl you were talking to online? Is it your opponent in a...

The PV and the second case are not the same thing. You can be arrested on each one, and a bond for one is not a bond for the other.

He has a right to have an attorney assigned or public defender for one appeal. You should also contact the Innocence Project. If neither of those...

Any chance the person facing the charges below avoids jail/prison time?

That's certainly a tough slate of charges to avoid prison time on. But, maybe the person the is innocent. In any event, he or she needs a lawyer, now.

Yes, while some judges will allow themselves to be convinced to await the outcome of the new case, in most instances, merely being arrest or...

How can I keep someone from harassment and texting

After being deported and imprisoned for murder I seriously doubt he will be able to enter the country. As for the texts and calls, you may need to...

How do I proceed with addressing a warrant for my arrest?

You really ought to have an attorney help you coordinate getting turned in. If you go talk to your PO with an outstanding warrant, there is a good...

They've had him too long. Here's what the law says: Within three business days after making an arrest under this section, the arresting field...