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I am required to take a drug and alcohol course because of a underage drinking incident. Are they permitted to drug test me?
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Answered on July 30, 2012
If this is a voluntary program, you do not have to take the drug test; and you can find another program that does not involve drug testing. If the...
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Falsely accused of petty theft at Shopko store. Can I fight this. I was looking to see if they had a different size of an item.
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Answered on July 30, 2012
The first question is whether this is a criminal or civil offense. The best way to find out is to see if your appearance is required. If your...
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I was held 7 days in jail on a first time arrest for shoplifting. Is this constitutional?
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Answered on July 30, 2012
Even to an attorney practicing in WI, your question is difficult to unpack. Burglary is a different charge than theft. Burglary is a felony; no...
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If a friend was with you the day a crime happened & they've already been questioned by the police..
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Answered on July 29, 2012
Just don't talk to the police. Period. Here is an excellent, but lengthy video on why:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6wXkI4t7nuc
Good luck!
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Could a dui conviction in which i was not operating a vehicle be expunged from my record??
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Answered on July 29, 2012
DUIs cannot be expunged.
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If a probation has been revoked, is there a way to appeal it or ask for bail to be released? What are the options?
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Answered on July 23, 2012
Yes, you can appeal a probation revocation. I suggest you contact the local public defender's office for more information and to see if you...
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Shoplifting ticket
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Answered on July 23, 2012
First, if you pay the fine and do not show up, you will be convicted. Look at your ticket. It likely says an appearance is NOT mandatory. If an...
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Can a judge make a mentally person take the stand with out any lawyer or public defender.
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Answered on July 22, 2012
In the scenario your describe, I believe the court can order a defendant to answer questions, even if the defendant's lawyer is present. At least,...
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Is it possible to have this underage drinking ticket canceled/revoked?
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Answered on July 22, 2012
The "margin of error" the State will admit to is +/- .005. Nowhere near enough to make a difference in a .10 case. Many other factors may affect...
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How many times can one be extended on misdemeanor probation? can one be in violation 4 not paying restitution?
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Answered on July 22, 2012
How long you could be on probation depends on the underlying charges and how often you agree to extentions. You should not agree to an extension...
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