Can clerks really lift bench warrants or are they trying to trick me?

Only a judge or magistrate can lift a bench warrant. Having said that, if you set up a time to go before the judge (or magistrate) on the bench...

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Does a ppo have to be served?? And how does home invasion come into play in a case when 2 people are living together

I'm confused by the home invasion aspect--was he charged with home invasion on his own home? Is this actually his legal residence, or just a place...

Minors rights when cought shop lifting ,at 12yrs old.

Since your daughter is a juvenile, her case will be handled in juvenile court. There are usually diversionary programs for first time juvenile...

Yes, you can. As my colleague has already indicated, you will want your attorney to check into your convictions to make sure that they were...

My sister is pregnant living in a unhealthy environment should I call cps ?

If you have a good faith belief that she is endangering her unborn child, then yes. If she is into drugs, then she most certainly is endangering...

Will I get jail time? Or what will sentencing be?

I agree with the other attorneys who have responded. You need a local criminal defense attorney, preferably one who knows the judge (that is, has...

What consititues a cop attempting a traffic stop on you?

As the other attorneys have indicated, a lot of this is going to depend on the police officer's perspective. Were there any other vehicles in the...

Is it a violation of due process for the court to be cleared out in a criminal case each time before a defendant is called?

As the other attorneys have noted, a courtroom is generally open to the public. There are some situations where a courtroom will be closed. For...

I was arrested for hitting my husband and he did not press any charges on me. I am concern if this record will appear.

Attorney Dodge is correct--the question of whether or not to press charges lies with the state, not the victim. IF your husband does not wish to...

What they are referring to is called a "civil demand." It is not related to a criminal prosecution. If you pay it, there is no guarantee they...