I am charged with 5th degree theft. Can i get a deferred judgement or community service?

The court can grant a deferred judgment under certain circumstances. Much depends on your prior criminal history, acceptance of responsibility,...

Do I have to install an ignition interlock system if I received a deferred judgment on OWI in Iowa?

If you have no prior alcohol related revocation on your driving record (including a .02 "zero tolerance" violation), then the DOT will not require...

I currently hold a licence with no conditions but a car fitted with an interlock that was the cause of an interstate charge.

I would contact the DOT and inquire about the status of the restrictions on your driving privileges. If you obtained a driver's license without...

What does "The revocation of the appellant's driver's license is rescinded" mean

The Iowa DOT has removed the revocation from your certified driving record. This usually occurs when the chemical test (breath, urine or blood)...

I committed burglary when I was 17, I am now 18 and now being accused. Can I still be considered a juvenile for the crime.

Depending on the circumstances, your attorney may be successfully in advocating a "reverse waiver" from adult court to juvenile court. The biggest...

Iowa will take administrative action once Illinois reports that your out-of-state driving privileges are suspended for DUI in Illinois. The Iowa...

Just received a violation of probation, what do I do?

You may want to speak with Nicholas Larson. I know he handles these types of cases in the Flolyd County area. An attorney can assist you with...

Consent to search vehicle is given & a gift wrapped package is opened , contains an illegal substance,is search legal?

You should privately consult an attorney who specializes in drug defense in the Des Moines area and ask them whether the Iowa Supreme Court's...

Mt 10 year old son was assualted by my neighbours 18 year old,police charged him,but then asked me to drop charges can i recharg

Were the charges dropped by the city or county attorney at your request? If not, then he is still charged with the offense. If the charges were...

How are more serious charges affected if original charge is dropped?

It's unlikely that the possession charge will be dropped. The county attorney is probably willing to dismiss the domestic assault charge if the...