Can a cop pull you over without any valid reason?

Don't worry. When the case comes up in court, whether for trial or on a motion to suppress, the cop will be ready to testify to a reason for the...

Don't ever put your reliance on a statute of limitations. The concept is complicated and it is not always clear when such a statute applies and...

Assuming that you are a party to this litigation, since if you are not you cannot appeal or do anything else about it, the answer is that in most...

Someone sent me a text message stating he is going to burn my house down. Is this considered a terroristic threat in florida?

A "terroristic threat?" Probably not, but so what? It is a serious matter and almost certainly criminal under the law of any state. And your...

Can i email opposite counsel with copy to my counsel without permission of my counsel?

Your attorney is indeed likely to withdraw if you communicate directly with other counsel. I certainly would. Work through counsel or handle the...

Can a person have charges pressed against them if they stole something but had a change of heart and returned it to the store?

Returning the item does not erase the crime that has been committed and does not prevent prosecution. If you are the thief, consult an attorney. ...

Can i get deferred prosecution or amendment in misdemeanor(shoplifting at sears) case?

I agree with Judy Goldstein's answer. I would only add please, please, don't tell that story in court. I am willing to take you at your word that...

IS conspiracy hard to win? IT is hard to win the feds?

In my experience, the federal government will not bring a charge at all unless the prosecutor believes that the evidence is very strong. When...

When the cops seize your computer, does the DA try to pretend that they have something on it even if they don't?

What difference does it make? You have no business talking to the State's Attorney (not called a DA in Illinois) or to the police anyway. Hire an...

Can I transcribe my own trial that would be turned into appeals court if I follow the format they require?

Even if the law in your state permitted such a thing by the agreement of all parties, I cannot imagine your opponent ever agreeing to it. As one...