Do I have to say I was convicted of a Gross Misdemeanor?

Short answer: No. If your conviction was converted to a petty misdemeanor, then you now have a petty misdemeanor on your record. You do not have...

My father was convicted of a felony in 1985. Can this record be expunged?

Minnesota has "inherent authority" and "statutory" expungements. Your father's case falls under the inherent authority category because it was not...

Can i get a restraing order on my brother from him tuoching me ianpropriatly 23-24 years ago i do have some papers he dome this

You are free to bring your concerns to the police. To successfully get a restraining order (or what the court calls either an "order for...

What should I say/do in order for my charge to be expunged in the future?

The simplest way to get an expungement sealing ALL records in the future is to get your case resolved "in your favor." This means the case must be...

My friend is being detained with a $10,000 bail by immigration, a lawyer has promised to lower the bail to $5,000

No attorney can guarantee that bail will be set at a certain amount lower than an initially set amount. This attorney presumably will attend a...

Early Termination of Probation?

It's possible to get released early from probation. Your attorney can assist you with filing a motion requesting early discharge. However, keep...

Is it possible to appeal or withdraw my plea?

The above answer is very good and I agree. It is very possible, but difficult, to withdraw your plea after sentencing. In addition to showing a...

Canada recently changed their guidelines for allowing persons with one-time DUI offenses to enter. However, it should be noted that if granted...

I have a speeding ticket due in a week from today I cant afford it. can I go to traffic school instead of paying. Lavergne TN

Call the district court and ask what options are available. Most courts will grant a brief extension for you to pay the fine. Sometimes you can...

I live in Louisiana,my boy friend punched his sister in the face and knock her out .can I press charges

If you wish for criminal charges to be brought, you should report the incident to the police. They will investigate the matter and then submit the...