Will he be able to successfully use the emergency defense to fight this citation?

That is not a legally valid defense to the civil infraction of speeding. Certainly it is an excuse that I would use in trying to negotiate with...

Some judges believe in jail Time for first offenders. Others do not. Don’t go it alone. Having skilled defense counsel for theft offenses is...

It very well could be a scam. If there is an active case, call the Court to verify the suit is real. This is a pretty common scam. Google it to...

What happens if a cop doesn’t charge you?

Then you find yourself very lucky. There is the chance that the officer writes the red light ticket and mails it to you after the fact, but that is...

Generally, the title company provides the general land contract which can be customized by the parties. You would generally start with a purchase...

What will happen when a officer came to me 2 days after being accused of stealing said store is pressing charges...

They're being lazy and trying to end the case with a confession. Make them do their work and if you're charged, so be it. Admitting anything will...

Expungement for misdemeanor in MI?

I charge by the hour and take a retainer up front. Others may charge a flat fee, but I find this to be unfair to the client or attorney depending...

What should I do?

Well your lawyer should know best about your case, as they have examined it. It more probably has to do with insurance coverage and limits of...

These can be very serious charges, assuming they are real. I’ve been contacted a few times by folks describing the story you are relating and been...

What can be done to reduce probation for misdemeanor DV from two years to one year

You can file a motion to be released early from probation if things have gone well. Hiring a skilled attorney is your best bet. Use Avvo to find...