The pretrial conference is a defendant's opportunity to discuss possible resolutions of a charge and potentially come to an agreement. You will...

I echo the other comments regarding your boyfriend's need of an attorney. This is particularly true if he was charged with possession of heroin or...

Two theories that are similar but conflict and the DA decides to attempt to only prove one, is there inherent reasonable doubt?

While your question is vague and without particulars, I believe the answer to your question would have to be no. Please do not post any details...

What can I do? Who can we talk to about this?

I don't believe that this could form the basis for a plea withdrawal unless the formal plea agreement relied upon by your husband stipulated to...

Is it better to appear in court and plea no contest? Will her previous offense be taken into account? Will this be sealed?

A non-mandatory court appearance on a citation indicates that she was cited for an ordinance violation rather than a criminal offense. In such...

Can they legally get away with running a plate with absolutely no probable cause?

The Wisconsin appellate courts have held that an officer may stop a vehicle who's registered owner (even if only one of multiple individuals to...

I would add to the other answers, which correctly stated that charges could be amended, that injuries do not have to be substantial or immediately...

Can I get out of it?

While not very common, such delay is not uncommon. Such delays in charging can often be due to prolonged waits for analysis of forensic evidence...

How can I know on what basis the officer gave me a speeding ticket when I was driving behind the officer? does not state on the

By making a public records request for the officer's report. The report in a speeding case is typically nothing more than a few sentences appended...

Should I pay the fine for a second underage drinking citation, or does that automatically make me "guilty"?

Paying the fine is equivalent to a default judgment of guilt. Appear for the initial appearance and enter a not guilty or "mute" plea, or have an...