In the Casey Anthony case, the defense attorney made statements in his opening statement that he never substantiated. Allowed?

The question seems to suppose that a trial lawyer making assertions in opening that it is not able to support with evidence during the trial, has...

What do you think? Petty or misdemenor

It sounds like they are telling you that if you can resolve the new case as a petty, you may be o.k. as far as your current probation is concerned....

A friend left my house and was arrested with possion of meth i am a mention in the olice report but not charged i

You certainly can seek legal advice. Begin by contacting me, or another criminal lawyer, by phone. Witnesses have legal rights. Being a witness...

It would depend upon the nature and circumstances of the threat. A threat to wrongly inflict bodily harm could be charged as a misdemeanor...

How long does sealed court trial transcripts say under seal?

First, the question might be better addressed to a criminal lawyer doing federal work in Georgia. Second, I believe that generally when a court...

In Coon Rapids MN I was strapped down by police and forced to have my blood withdrawn. Is this legal

Police can lawfully take blood from a person involuntarily under certain circumstances. No circumstances are set forth here, however. You should...

Could a Class C Felony - Uttering Forgery be expunged in WI?

Even if you live in Minnesota, if the criminal case was in Wisconsin, you need to check with a criminal lawyer there.

Can I be charged with a drug offense if I am in the company of users but do not use drugs?

Yes, and yes. The crime of "possession" requires evidence of "knowing possession." Knowing that illegal contraband is present at least puts a...

Drug task force broke into my small studio apartment. After about 45 minutes, two men brought me

If a defendant's statement to police was coerced, involuntary, or obtained in violation of Miranda, then it could be suppressed from trial evidence...

Obligation to leave car/location upon learning about illegal activity

I am not sure what obligation or duty there may be, under the law, to remove oneself from a risky legal situation. I think it is much more simple...