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Can a police mail a ticket after a minor accident after the fact (did NOT give it when they were there and were NOT witnesses)?
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Answered on May 11, 2017
Yes, a citation can be mailed to you after the fact. It happens somewhat regularly. You should contact an experienced lawyer to discuss what...
Will a court appointed attorney be as good as a attorney you pay for?
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Answered on May 11, 2017
There are great public defenders, as well as those who are not so good. That is equally true for private lawyers.
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Should he plead guilty? If so, how shortly can we reopen his case, after doing so? Thank You!
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Answered on May 11, 2017
If he pleads guilty, there is no "re-opening" of the case. Once a guilty plea is entered, the only way to revisit the issue is to file a Motion to...
Can I become a teacher with a deferred domestic violence misdemeanor charge?
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Answered on May 11, 2017
Unfortunately, the answer depends on where you want to live. Each state has differently licensing requirements for teachers, and whether this type...
Can my probation officer find out if I leave the state without permission?
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Answered on May 11, 2017
If a term of your probation is to get prior approval before leaving the state, you could be in serious trouble if you fail to do so. Probation...
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How can a minor and a person over 18 not get in trouble if she is pregnant?
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Answered on May 11, 2017
If the age of consent in your state is older than 15, then the boyfriend has committed a sex crime. There are a variety of ways the authorities...
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Is it illegal to be with my boyfriend?
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Answered on May 11, 2017
As long as you are both over the age of consent, you cannot be charged with a criminal offense for having sexual relations with each other.
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I'm 17 and my boyfriend is 15 is is against the law to be with him or to have sex with him
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Answered on May 11, 2017
If the age of consent in your state is more than 15 (which I assume it is), having sex with your boyfriend is illegal. You could be charged with a...
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Missed court appearance now they want 1100 dollars for a minor offense that I didnt even committ
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Answered on May 11, 2017
When an individual does not appear in court as ordered, normally a warrant is issued and bail is ordered. In some jurisdictions, failure to appear...
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What is considered an incarceration?
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Answered on May 11, 2017
The fact that you were held in jail means that you were incarcerated. As such, you will need to answer that question in the affirmative
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