Can a judge, as a potential employer, see a past deferred judgment for a possession misdemeanor on a background check?

If the matter has been expunged, then he has not been "convicted" of possession. So, if he is asked whether he has been convicted of something...

It depends on whether the plastic brass knuckles would be considered a "dangerous weapon" by the arresting officer or county attorney. Iowa code...

Should I explain to the judge that I never actually used an i.d. to acquire alcohol?

It may be worthwhile to hire an attorney. Perhaps that charge can be dismissed in exchange for a plea of guilty to public intoxication (assuming...

Which charge actually applies to the following details. Robbery 2nd degree or Theft 1st degree?

The county attorney is probably giving him a break by only charging him with robbery in the second degree. The evidence shows that he likely aided...

Can charges be dropped if not informed what the warrant for my arrest was for and my Miranda Rights weren't read when I asked?

You should be informed that you are being placed under arrest and the reason for the arrest at the time you're taken into custody. However, I don't...

What is thc nano quntity for probation of thc

You have to have more than 56 ng/ml of THC metabolites in your urine in order for the Division of Criminal Investigation laboratory to consider the...

If there's no evidence, can i still be charged with 3rd degree burglary?

If there is no evidence of burglary, then the State will either dismiss the charges prior to trial or, in the unlikely alternative, proceed to...

Selected as the best answer

A check was wrote over 5yrs ago @ a check place

The statute of limitations may have already passed, which may prevent the state for bringing charges against you.

Can I fight my unlawful consumption ticket?

The odor of alcohol on a minor may give the officers reasonable suspicion of consumption. A positive PBT or DataMaster DMT test is often enough...

What will my sentence be?

You could be charged with theft in the fourth degree, a serious misdemeanor, if the amount is over 200; theft in the fifth degree, a simple...