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Will I go to jail if I just violated felony probation for the first time for failing a drop and leaving the state w/out a pass?
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Answered on March 22, 2013
Your best chance to avoid jail is to get a good attorney to paint you in the best light possible. If you get jail, work release and maybe school...
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I received a warrant for my arrest in the mail for larceny in a building. what is the minimum sentence? is jail mandatory?
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Answered on March 22, 2013
I agree 100% with the previous answer- STOP talking to the police. Get a lawyer. Jail is not mandatory. Jail is a possibility-which is why you need...
(Michigan) What is the statue of limitations felony retail fraud was dropped may be recharged in district court as 2nd degree?
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Answered on March 22, 2013
Generally, the prosecutor will have up to 6 years.
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Need to get a look at a warrant
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Answered on March 22, 2013
I hope you are taking this seriously. This type of charge in the 6th Circuit could mean prison. Get an attorney and turn yourself in with the...
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My boyfriend is locked up for not going to court for possession of a short barreled shot gun his bond is 10% of 20,000 do
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Answered on March 20, 2013
Possible depending on his record. However, I'd need more facts. If he has a prior felony the answer would be no-unless the charge is reduced to...
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I have a default judgment against me and the judge denied my motion to set aside the default judgment. What can I do next?
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Answered on March 20, 2013
File a motion for installment payments. You can get the form online on the Michigan Supreme Court website or at the courthouse. The payment will be...
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What do I do if I'm owed 1200$ in Restitution and haven't received in 3 years
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Answered on March 20, 2013
If the person is on probation or parol, contact the Probation Dept. at the court or th Parol Officer. If that does not work, appeal to the judge in...
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Motion for Sum. Disp. - Attorney asking for $4,787 in attorney fees to collect a $8,400 debt. Is this unreasonable.
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Answered on March 20, 2013
This may be excessive. However, if the contract states that the prevailing party recieves actual attorney fees, the court may award it. You need to...
How much time do you get for home invasion 2nd degree?
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Answered on March 20, 2013
Home invasion 2nd degree is punishable by up to 15 years in prison. The habitual second raises the maximum penalty up to 22 1/2 years. However, the...
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How to appeal after unsatisfactory judgment in small claims court? If not satisfied with results of the appeal, can I re-appeal?
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Answered on March 20, 2013
I agree. Appeals from Small Claims Court are not avialble.