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As an international married student, can I get a divorce and marry a US citizen/permanent resident to get green card?
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Answered on October 18, 2014
What you are describing is marriage fraud, you cant just get married for an immigration benefit.
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Can the US Attorneys include wrapping materials as part of the weight of the evidence in a drug conspiracy case (marijuana)?
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Answered on October 18, 2014
The government shouldn't weight the packaging unless there is no way to separate the packaging from the drugs ( like LSD on paper), it is up to you...
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College students had car searched and marijuana was found. All 4 will be charged with possession and smoking.
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Answered on October 18, 2014
These kids need an attorney, find a good criminal defense attorney defend their future. This is a very big deal that can haunt them when they...
I have 3counts of uttering and publishing checks of a total of $600 I am a first time offender. What are my chances of jail time
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Answered on October 17, 2014
No way to know for sure, but you will likely be placed on a term of probation. You should hire a criminal defense attorney to work out a plea deal...
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I was caught for retail fraud. Its my first time with no criminal background. What are my chances of going to jail?
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Answered on October 16, 2014
Plea not guilty and ask for a court appointed attorney if you cannot afford to hire an attorney. Your chances of jail are slim to none, you will...
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Probation violation?
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Answered on October 16, 2014
The standard for probation violation hearings preponderance of the evidence (51% chance of guilt), because of this low standard anything can...
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If a criminal charge is dismissed must prosecutor present newly discovered evidence before reissuing charges?
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Answered on October 16, 2014
A new complaint will be filed, but it will contain most of the same facts as the former complaint.
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What will happen if you miss a house meet with your probation officer for the first time and they put out a warrant for you?
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Answered on October 16, 2014
I agree, you need to hire an attorney if you would like to increase your chances of not violating probation and not being sent to jail. Avvo is a...
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Why is there two felony trials and two felony trail management conferences?
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Answered on October 16, 2014
No way to know without knowing more facts. It could be a error or there may really be two separate trials. Talk to your lawyer, if you dont have...
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I just left court on a 3rd degree retail fraud....I plead guilty and judge said I would have to pay fines..
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Answered on October 15, 2014
I agree, yes you have a record and it could effect your employment. Were you placed on a diversion program that will keep a conviction off your...
