Will a possesion ticket in the states of Tennessee and Minnesota keep my boyfriend and I from getting passports?

In Minnesota, a payable ticket is just a petty misdemeanor. Not a crime. You ought to be able to get a passport.

Yes. At your first court date, the court will likely grant you a continuance to consult with legal counsel. So if you don't like what you're...

Personal injury: How does the other driver's plea affect me?

I agree with both responses. The traffic citation case shouldn't have a direct bearing on your civil suit. You would be wise to consult with an...

Can we get a re-sentencing?

Use Avvo's "Find a Lawyer" to find a Wisconsin criminal defense lawyer. Or perhaps post this question in the Wisconsin forum so that Wisconsin...

Can we be sued in civil court when we have full coverage auto insurance?

Despite full coverage insurance, the government can still prosecute a person for a criminal or traffic offense related to an auto accident. Your...

Obstruct Legal Process, Interfere With Peace Office & Gross Misdemeanor are they all similar charge? What are possible outcomes?

These sound like they all could be the same charge. Obstructing Legal Process is normally a misdemeanor crime. However, it can be enhanced to a...

I was wrongly accused of theft and fired by our district manager. Can I sue for defamation of character?

Seek advice from an attorney directly on this. When you used expired coupons, did you intentionally obtain merchandise for less than full price?...

My bf almost hit a cop giving a ticket on the side of the rode. This is her 3 dui. A public defender is not ok with me. U?

Agreed. The best thing your friend can do is to hire an experienced DWI attorney immediately. These are serious charges with significant possible...

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$500 for gross misdemeanor and $1,000 for felony. However, other circumstances can also aggravate theft type charges.

What is the normal waiting period for a DUI court date?

This sounds pretty typical. The government often takes their time with charging. From there, the court calendars are very clogged up so court dates...