Speeding without cause

The good news is that the burden of proof is on the State. YOU don't need to prove anything. The bad news is: 1. The State's burden is only a...

What happens to plea deal if you are discharged unsuccessfully from probation? Does original charge stand?

Your question is impossible to answer definitively without more information. If the charge was reduced at or before sentencing, and you were...

Charged with, llegal Possession of an Alcoholic Beverage -Misdemeanor Class C Possession of False ID - Infraction Class C,

If you plead guilty to a misdemeanor, you will have a criminal record. Pretrial diversion would be a much better option, if you are eligible. You...

Jury trial tomorrow morning ppublic defender refuses to do what asked of him wont let me submit affidavit of purse ownership

If you fail to present evidence at trial that was available to you, then you will not be able to present that evidence on appeal either. If you...

What to do if public defender is not properly representing me?

If you believe that your current attorney has a conflict of interest, you should inform him of that belief, in writing. If your concerns are not...

AN EX BOYFRIEND OF MINE IS TELLING PEOPLE THAT I STOLE GUNS FROM HIS HOUSE AND I DIDN'T. CAN I DO ANYTHING ABOUT THIS?

If another person "publishes" a false accusation that you have committed a crime, that would be considered defamation. "Publication" in the case of...

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What are possible ramifications of failing to complete pretrial diversion agreements for a PI charge?

Pretrial diversion is a contract between you and the prosecutor. If you fail to perform that contract, the prosecutor may rescind it and resume...

My cousin was cleaning my house and has stolen over 18,000,dollars worth of merchandise what do I do next?

If you do not want criminal charges filed, you probably should not get police involved. You can still file a civil action against your cousin to...

I was wondering if it was possible to drop charges against someone for "rape" even though i got pregnant if i filed them

Only the prosecutor can dismiss charges once they are filed. Most larger prosecutors offices have a victim advocate, and that is the person you...

Delay nearly always works to the defendant's advantage. Remember, the defendant does not need to prove anything. As a case gets older, the State's...