I never saw a judge for an initial appearance , is this grounds for a dismissal?

Appearance is important if you are still in jail. Show up for trial. Get an attorney.

Im seeing paroleboard not fir any new charges just 2dirty ua not moving finding better place to live what you think my chances.

If your PO filed a report of violation then he or she will make a recommendation. What is that recommendation? Odds are that recommendation will be...

Underage drinking citation in Iowa but from missouri.

I have had reports that auto insurance companies treat PULA violation like a drunk driving offense so your concern is justified. I suggest you...

You will have to file in Iowa if he does not want to and the minor child is in Iowa. Not as simple as you think. Custody, support, college support,...

Promissory note loan lost, guarantor defaulted. Do I have any recourse?

If there is evidence of the loan- like the loan proceeds check- and perhaps a payment history or a witness who will admit the loan terms you might...

My friend was released on parole....and recently caught a felony gun charge in Iowa. What happens now?

New felony charge and parole revocation request will be filed and likely parole violation hold without bond until the new charge is concluded....

Access to "private list" of expungements and deferred judgments in Iowa

There is a record of Iowa Court deferred sentences maintained that can be searched for a specific name if there is a request made for a deferred...

Can a warrant/sentence in a state be run concurrently with a hefty prison sentence in another state? If so, how?

Depends on the laws of the states involved and the practical difficulties of coordinating the sentences and presence of defendant and perhaps the...

There are some criminal charges possible for violating custody and visitation orders but not likely a prosecutor will bring criminal charges. More...

Is it illegal for my city to require inspection of home or rental so they can demand updates?

Rental housing is subject to inspections and habitability requirements, usually through licensing requirements. Owner occupied is not as subject to...