Do I have to apply for a Public Defender at my first appearance or will I have another opportunity down the road?

Understanding the charges is different from agreeing with the charges. Understanding merely means do you understand the allegations that are being...

Federal question?

That would be relevant if he was challenging how law enforcement gathered the evidence if it was constitutional. But it would not be relevant at...

Can i win this case?

You should not be charged with driving after suspension if the DMV told you that you were reinstated and only waiting on the "hard card." The only...

Is this a traffic violation?

The pedestrian always has the right of way so you do have to wait to cross the median. Just because it is a violation does not mean that you will...

You are likely going to get a misdemeanor theft ticket for the matter. You will need to appear in court on that matter. You will then have a...

Can can a male officer search a female on the road when she request is to be searched by a female officer?

It depends on the type of search. The search would be fine if it was just a pat down and not searches of the intimate areas of your body.

My my question is can a cop follow me for 11 miles pull me over in a different County and charged me in a different County?

Yes, an officer can do that. There is no reason that would prevent him from doing that and Mr. Haugen is correct that your driving conduct is...

He should not have kept your ID/DL. You can provide the insurance at court and the no proof of insurance will be dismissed.

What happens if you accidentally miss a pre sentencing investigation meeting?

Keep calling. Leave a message if you can. You should be able to reschedule unless you have had other issues. You should contact your attorney as...

You should make sure that you set a court date rather than simply pleading guilty to the charge. There is a possibility that the prosecutor will...