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My husband was wrongly accused of assault against my father and sister. They both want to drop charges. Can this case be dropped

John's answer | Answered on September 17, 2012

He needs a lawyer. They did not bring the case, so they can't drop it. It is up to the prosecutor to decide, and it sounds like they have. This...

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Can I get charged with DUI on circumstancial evidance (no proof I was driving the car)

John's answer | Answered on September 17, 2012

In many states that would be physical control and could be enough to charge you. You should consult with a good DUI lawyer in your area right away.

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My 14 year old son is being accused of a burglary. Can hearsay evidence be used to charge him?

John's answer | Answered on September 17, 2012

Your son needs a lawyer. As a juvenile, he is likely eligible for a public defender. That lawyer can advise him on the quality of the evidence...

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I am charged with a felony. I did not waive my speedy trial rights, it is now past 90 days. What can I do?

John's answer | Answered on September 17, 2012

Call your lawyer, or hire a new one. You can make a demand for speedy trial now even if you had previously waived it, but you should talk to your...

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Can i withdraw a plea i made ?

John's answer | Answered on September 17, 2012

If you have been sentenced it would be difficult to withdraw the plea. You should never plead guilty to a crime you did not commit. You should...

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Yes I have and friend who is sitting in jail and he needs help

John's answer | Answered on September 17, 2012

Your friend will need to get a lawyer, or ask the court to appoint him if this is a new case. It is unlikely you will find someone to volunteer to...

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Does the prosecuter have to prove that drugs were in a persons possession in order to prove them guilty of trafficking drugs

John's answer | Answered on September 17, 2012

Possession is defined in a number of ways, it can be direct possession, or constructive possession depending on the state of law in your state. You...

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How can i obtain a dispatch transcrips for police and sheriff dept?

John's answer | Answered on September 17, 2012

If you re charged with a crime, ask your lawyer about it, if you have not been charged with a crime, you may have a hard time getting that...

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Was my search warrant valid if it was signed on july 13th, but was not executed until july 18th in the state of ohio.

John's answer | Answered on September 17, 2012

Five days may not be enough to make the warrant stale. You should contact a good criminal defense lawyer in your area if you have been charged...

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I knocked a guy out for gettin in my face and saying he was gonna kill me when i went outside

John's answer | Answered on September 17, 2012

If you get charged, that is a good self defense argument. You will need a lawyer to represent you at trial if you are charged with a crime.

John Leif Fossum's Answers (2029)

My husband was wrongly accused of assault against my father and sister. They both want to drop charges. Can this case be dropped

Can I get charged with DUI on circumstancial evidance (no proof I was driving the car)

My 14 year old son is being accused of a burglary. Can hearsay evidence be used to charge him?

I am charged with a felony. I did not waive my speedy trial rights, it is now past 90 days. What can I do?

Can i withdraw a plea i made ?

Yes I have and friend who is sitting in jail and he needs help

Does the prosecuter have to prove that drugs were in a persons possession in order to prove them guilty of trafficking drugs

How can i obtain a dispatch transcrips for police and sheriff dept?

Was my search warrant valid if it was signed on july 13th, but was not executed until july 18th in the state of ohio.

I knocked a guy out for gettin in my face and saying he was gonna kill me when i went outside