What should I expect for first time probation violation

A failed urine test is a violation of your probation. You should expect a petition to violate probation to be filed. Your facing up to 93 days in...

When pleas are entered the court always states that it is not a party to any agreement. You cannot make the judge follow a sentence agreement. If...

The significant difference is if one admits themselves voluntarily there exists no court order stating that the person required treatment and...

Can my ex husbands lawyer girlfriend represent him in a child support case?

Yes. This does not present an ethical problem.

In regard to Miranda rights, does "in custody" only mean in jail? Please read on.

The LP is not a police officer. Therefore Miranda does not apply to their conduct. Likewise the 4th amendment regarding searches and seizures does...

MDOC terminated my visits to my son. I was dropping off my wife & I was told I am not allowed on their property. Is this true?

Visitation is a privilege and not a right. Therefore, since the allegation against you has been believed the only thing you can realistically do is...

What is cited for 'violating restricted license'?

Consider getting an attorney. It sounds like a situation where it might be possible to avoid a conviction if you can establish you were en route to...

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Can the state of Michigan use an owi from Wisconsin, IL to make you have a third owi in Michigan as a felony?

Yes they can.

Is an open intoxicant charge a class c misdemeanor basically equivalent to a traffic ticket?

No, it is not. It is a criminal charge, not a civil infraction. You should consider getting an attorney to represent you in this.

Sounds like the first trial resulted in a hung jury. Don't read too much into that. Every trial has a different jury; and, they can see things...