I got a drinking ticket this weekend and i missed the court date.

A first offense PAULA charge is a scheduled fine. If you were released on a unsecured appearance bond, then the court may have just entered a...

Recently I received stolen property.

You may want to consider contacting the authorities. Although you may have had a defense when you initially purchased the property in good faith,...

Will my arrest record be destroyed along with my conviction after I have my charges expunged?

If the record of conviction is expunged, then the arrest should be removed. You will be able to say that you have never been convicted following...

What can happen to me if I leave the state on a mistamenor probation?

You should get the consent of your probation officer before leaving the state even for a short period time. If you intend to move, then you should...

How to make and file a petition for seized property?

I don't think a letter will accomplish this. You may be able to contact a clerk of court in a neighboring county and ask them for a form. you...

You would not necessarily be in trouble in Missouri, but there will be a warrant for your arrest issued out of Iowa for the failure to appear....

My boyfriend got arrested on a gov.warrant out of Illinois on a drug case

If there was a natiowide felony warrant for him out of Illinois, then he could be arrested in any state and held for extradition back to Illinois....

Am i likely to get this charge dropped to a misdomeaner? criminal mischief 2nd degree

I believe criminal mischief is a specific intent crime. Perhaps your intoxication to be used as a defense to the charge? You should consult with an...

Son is in Jail and has not been given his right to legal , he was arrested on the 15th, and saw the judge on the 16th.

If there are new charges pending and he remains in custody, then he will likely have another initial appearance so that the court can advise him of...

It States if there is a valid s I'm confused here, when reading Knowing Your Constitutional Rights under. Criminal Legal Guide.

Depending on the circumstances, Iowa Code chapter 808 allows reasonable force in the execution of search warrants and the detention of individuals...

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