What are my options? What is going to happen to me? Is it possible that the charges against me will be dropped?

You need to hire a good attorney ASAP or ask for a public defender. If you have a good case of self defense, you could be found not guilty. A good...

Can my friend go to jail for not paying restitution when the judge didnt even order him probation or anything but restitution

I agree with my colleague. The failure to pay could result in detention or other sanctions. Juveniles are entitled to public defender assistance in...

If if I have a felony DUI can I get my rights to bear arms back?

I agree with my colleague. A felony DUI would disqualify you. You could apply to have your rights reinstated. Talk with a good experienced attorney...

How long can someone wait to press charges for a felionous assault?

The statute of limitations on a felonious assault case is 20 years in Ohio.

Individuals can attest to things in affidavits and often initiate charges without a FULL vetting of all involved facts. This happens everyday. If a...

My colleagues are correct. Anyone can attempt to file and can try to get a charge initiated. The attempt may or may not be successful. In order to...

If I plead guilty to a plea agreement but have not been formerly sentenced can I withdraw my plea and request a judge trial?

You can ask the Judge to allow you to withdraw the plea. The Judge will have the authority to allow or deny the request. Speak with your attorney...

What punishment would I be looking at for a petty theft charge of 34.00 dollars at Walmart?

I agree with the sentencing range set forth by my colleague. I also agree that Diversion, a program run by many courts, may help you keep the...

My probation officer sent out my request to the judge about 3 to 4 weeks ago do u think he's signed it by now?

It is possible that the Judge has simply not acted on the request yet. Keep working with your probation officer. If he/she is already an ally of...

I've been in drug court since Oct 2015 never been in trouble and they are holding me an extra 3 months

You can always hire an attorney and see if he she can get your conditions mitigated. Honestly, however, if you are in a drug court program, ready...