Speeding ticket court date is on labor day?

Call the clerk of court's office in Ames (515-239-5140) today to determine the new court date.

What is likely to happen when I turn myself in?

You will see a magistrate judge who will set the conditions of your release, which may include released on your own recognizance or posting a bond.

What are my options?

Sometimes a local attorney can arrange for the warrants to be recalled once an appearance is entered on your behalf, but you may need to be...

Can I turn my mom in for harassment?

This is a difficult situation for you. But I would encourage you to seek other solutions to this problem than filing charges with the police....

Court costs are a way for people to help pay for some of the work that is created as a result of their involvement with the justice system. It...

Will I get jail time?

Yes, you can be sentenced to jail for these crimes, if convicted. You could also be placed on probation. A lot depends on the circumstances and any...

Has a crime been committed if you are charged with forgery but the bank is not out the money.

The crime was completed when he took the checks without permission, forged her name and passed the check.

I am on probation for a misdemeanor drug charge . I have missed two drops not because I was dirty. I emailed her 15 times each t

A failure to provide a sample or appear at the appointment is essentially considered a positive test. If this continues, your probation is going...

So my friend got arrested and charged with 1st degree burglary?

He needs an experienced criminal defense attorney. He does not need to break into the house. He could have been invited into the house but then...

If the officer witnessed an infraction, then he has probable cause to seize you whether or not the vehicle is already stopped. If the officer...