How to file for new court appointed counsel

Generally, the court appoints the public defender's office, or if that office is not accepting appointments, private counsel who are contracted...

How does this work?

You have to view the burglary investigation separately from the assault. Without knowing the identity of the burglar, the police don't have enough...

I was released from jail on September 30th but I signed my bargain on September 28th I have 30 days to sign up for probation I h

Perhaps you can call the probation office and see if you can reschedule. You should discuss your appeal rights and any deadlines with your attorney.

Completely up to the officer. No requirement for a first time warning. I've seen them given, but it's not that common. The officer cut you a...

Iowa prosecutors are typically loathe to amend speeding citations to non-moving violations for even residents of Iowa. Part of the problem is the...

Got a speeding ticket from cop, is it possible to waive?

If you are looking to have this amended to a non-moving violation, then you should know that's difficult to do in most Iowa counties. The...

How can cops come in my house when i was gone and broke into my safe?

If the police have probable cause to believe there is evidence of a crime in your home, then they can apply to the judge for a search warrant. The...

It's unlikely that Iowa would extradite for a misdemeanor offense. That said, however, there is no state to which you can move that would refuse to...

I had to call the cops while on unsupervised probation are they going to report me?

You may want to recheck your sentencing order. Formal or informal probation for an alcohol-related offense, especially OWI, typically involves...

Would i pay less money if i got an underage drinking ticket and pled guilty in court? would i get community service or pay more?

If you can't pay the fine, surcharge and court costs in 30 days, then the balance will likely be referred to the state for collection at which time...