Is it legal for detectives entered my front yard ( curtilage ) and knocked on my door without a warrant?

Yes, it is legal for the police to knock on your door. Yes, they can enter your yard in order to do so. You do not have to talk to them or let them...

I want to emancipate my daughter , am I able to do this with out going to court?

She has to petition the court. She, not you, must fill out and file the forms. At the hearing it will be up to the minor (your daughter) to prove...

Attorney Poulson is absolutely correct. You have been accused of a crime. Your next move, before you speak to anyone (especially the police),...

Hiring a lawyer from a different state?

If he has been charged in Tennessee, then you should hire an attorney licensed to practice law in Tennessee.

I'm trying to expunge and/or seal my criminal records. I'd like to know if I can put all the cases on 1 petition?

Your eligibility to have your record sealed depends on the crimes, punishments and how long ago they were. I've linked a guide to it below.

Can co defendents get charged the same and plea to different

Yes, co-defendants can have different plea deals. A plea agreement is at the discretion of the prosecutor, and he can basically offer as he sees...

When will my baby's dad get out? He got sentenced on june 12 to state prison?

Eligibility for early release depends on the crime involved, and receiving such early release is dependent on his behavior. If he has an attorney,...

Is it permissible to be a witness while being under the influence of alcohol when witnessing a crime.

The conduct may technically be assault, but it will be up to the prosecutor to decide if s/he wants to charge it. Yes it is possible to be a...

Can i help?

If the witness has relevant information, tell the defense attorney. It may be that the attorneys do not know about this witness, or they may know...

What does it mean for your case to be dismissed? Is it the same as being set aside?

A dismissed charge is different from being set aside. Convictions are set aside, dismissed charges were never convictions to begin with. If your...