Can I get a alternative punishment instead of jail time for a serious misdemeanor ?

Depending on your criminal history, you may be eligible for a deferred judgment, which would place you on probation. One of the benefits of this...

I don't think anyone will be able to tell you what is the cost to the State for trial. Judges, prosecutors and police are all salaried employees. ...

Can i buy a gun after being charged w domestic but domestic was dropped and pled to serious assault?

If you are still subject to a protective order, then you should have the specific order reviewed by an attorney before attempting to possess a...

How can I request a different parole officer, the PO officer I have now is excusing me of lying and treats me very bad

SCRAM bracelets are not perfect. They indirectly test for alcohol use. A positive test not involving alcohol consumption is rare, but it can...

As a sixteen year old in Iowa can I legally have a sexual relationship with a twenty one year old?

The age of consent in Iowa is 16. As a 15 year-old, you cannot legally consent to sexual activities with a person who is more than 4 years older...

I have no Convictions on my record but the fbi has me on tape buying pills and smoking weed for few years what will happen

You should assume that you are the target of an investigation. Do not submit to an interview with anyone (law enforcement, agency investigators,...

Depending on the circumstances, sexting of sexually explicit images involving a child or a minor is likely a crime under federal law. The...

I was charged with ileagle posestion of prescription drugs for having 4 of my meds in one bottle so I wouldn't loose all four bo

A lawful prescription for each of the four medications would be a possible defense to prosecution for serious misdemeanor offenses under iowa Code...

Is my license suspended/revoked or just don't have one?

If you are suspended for non-payment in Iowa, then you cannot drive in this state regardless of whether you have a valid DL in another state. ...

How long is a prison sentence for two driving while barred?

The court can also order the sentences to be served concurrently (at the same time) or consecutively (he doesn't begin serving the second until the...