If a misdemeanor assault case goes to trial and the jury is hung what options does the defendant have?

When a mistrial is declared as a result of a hung jury the state has the option of offering a plea, which you have rejected; retry the case; or...

My brother was pulled over on two separate traffic violations two to three days apart: one was speeding over 15miles and the

Unless your brother is a twin I would think it should get cleared up pretty quick. I would think, however, that your probably going to have to be...

Is it legal for the cops to raid your home if they claim that you sold to an undercover informant 3 years prior?

If no one has been charged yet than your first priority is to hire an attorney to represent you in the forfeiture proceeding to try to get your...

Does a court have to notify you if they are re charging you and placing a Felony Warrant out for you?

No, they do not have to notify you if a warrant has been issued or reissued. Sometimes it seems that the police take pleasure in embarrassing...

A family member was accused and charged with armed robbery. He is a teenager with no priors. What sentence is he facing?

He needs an experienced criminal defense attorney. It sounds like the states theory is going to be that he aided and abetted by being present as a...

Can a car lot sell an unliscensed person a car off their lot

Yes, they can sell her a car, and she can buy a car. However, she can't drive it.

Can I sue for pain and suffering in MI.?

You certainly can sue. However, as previously stated, I don't think your going to find an attorney to take this case on a contingency fee basis....

I was called by an officer to give a witness statement. I did. Do I have to testify in court?

If either the prosecutor or defense attorney subpoena you you will have to show up at court to testify. Your statement was obtained for purely...

Can i get 2 felony's expunged? I have Armed Robbery and Felonious Assault, completed parole in Nov 2011 I live i Michigan

Unfortunately, as the law in Michigan currently reads you are not eligible to have these convictions expunged.

I'm sure that money is an issue, as it is with many. However, I would get a lawyer to make sure this matter gets dropped. Keep in mind that the...