Questions answered by Loren M. Dickstein

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Can they use a statement against you?

Loren's answer | Answered on October 24, 2012

Yes, unless you were in custody and they failed to advise you of your Miranda rights. I'm guessing you were not under arrest when you made the...

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How can I get a petty theft removed from my record without an attorney ?

Loren's answer | Answered on October 24, 2012

You need to talk to your lawyer about how to get the charges removed. You are not convicted yet so asking how to get the conviction removed from...

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When I receive a subpoena to appear in court as a witness to a felony case, can I not show up?

Loren's answer | Answered on October 24, 2012

If you were served with the subpoena, you need to appear or risk being taken into custody.

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How do I get an underage drinking citation expunged if I live in Minnesota but was written up in Wisconsin?

Loren's answer | Answered on October 24, 2012

The court where the conviction was entered has jurisdiction to address the expungement issue. Use Avvo to find an attorney to help you in Wisconsin.

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Is there a time frame in which the court appointed attorney has to meet their client?

Loren's answer | Answered on October 24, 2012

There is not a defined rule. Your friend should contact the court ASAP and find out who the attorney is. After he or she finds out the identity...

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Can a probation officer add to the minute order,after the sentencing by the judge

Loren's answer | Answered on October 24, 2012

Sounds like you are being abused by the probation officer. Contact your lawyer and see what his or her opinion is in the matter. If you do not...

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Is it possible to be arrest before the court date was assigned?

Loren's answer | Answered on October 24, 2012

Hard to understand what you are asking. If there is warrant, there is certainly a chance that you will be arrested prior to the court date.

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I got a dui several years ago and did not finish my community service. I believe I now have a bench warrant.

Loren's answer | Answered on October 24, 2012

Unfortunately, paying will not make your violation go away. The judge is going to want you to answer for failing to finish the community service. ...

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I been accused of receiving foodstamps from NY and MI at the same time i did not did this i need help what can i do single mom

Loren's answer | Answered on October 24, 2012

I handle cases like yours all the time. The workers rarely do their jobs in a competent way and frequently make outrageous mistakes. Early...

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Where can I get a small claims form and where is the small claims Court located?

Loren's answer | Answered on October 24, 2012

In Detroit you would go to the 36th District Court.

Loren M. Dickstein's Answers (2644)

Can they use a statement against you?

How can I get a petty theft removed from my record without an attorney ?

When I receive a subpoena to appear in court as a witness to a felony case, can I not show up?

How do I get an underage drinking citation expunged if I live in Minnesota but was written up in Wisconsin?

Is there a time frame in which the court appointed attorney has to meet their client?

Can a probation officer add to the minute order,after the sentencing by the judge

Is it possible to be arrest before the court date was assigned?

I got a dui several years ago and did not finish my community service. I believe I now have a bench warrant.

I been accused of receiving foodstamps from NY and MI at the same time i did not did this i need help what can i do single mom

Where can I get a small claims form and where is the small claims Court located?