What constitutes staleness in a sw in iowa

It depends on the circumstances. The more time passes, the staler the information becomes. If the allegation is a single observation of a...

What's my recourse

It sounds like your son is no longer represented by counsel? Maybe contact court administration and see if you can get the hearing scheduled ASAP...

If i got baned from a store for theft how do i know if i got charged for theft?

If you are charged for the offense, you will receive a citation from law enforcement or a complaint filed by the county attorney.

I got caught stealing $8.00 worth at hyvee. !st offense.Does Ia have diversion program and will there be jail time?

Jail time is not mandatory. If eligible, you may receive a deferred judgment. Once you successfully complete probation, the matter is expunged from...

My 18 year old was arrested for shoplifting , a 4th degree theft is the charge , what is she facing?

I think it helped her case that she surrendered instead of being arrested on the warrant. If she has no prior significant criminal history, then...

This is a theft in the 5th degree charge. If you have no significant priot criminal history, then you probably qualify for a deferred judgment,...

How long does a citation for possession of alcohol stay on your record?

The conviction can be expunged from your record upon application and proof of no law violations for the past 2 years following the conviction.

Was I not informed correctly?

it sounds like you receive a deferred judgment. Until you are discharged from probation, the matter will not be expunged from your adult criminal...

If I received and was convicted of an OWI in the state of Iowa, can I move to South Dakota?

There should be nothing preventing you from moving while the case is pending. Probation can be handled long distance for serious misdemeanor cases....

How long can i go to jail for on a bench warrant?

I believe it is 30 days for contempt.