In Texas, who may be present in the Grand Jury room? We have a deposition stating there were two state witnesses there at once.

Under the Federal Rules of Criminal Procedure, Rule 6(d) is the answer to your inquiry: (d) Who May Be Present. (1) While the Grand Jury Is...

I live in Chicago Illinois, I was dating a girl who lives in South Carolina, she wired me $1500.00 dollars to come visit her

I concur with my AVVO colleagues. Each of us could wax eloquent about the legal definitions and requirements of contract versus gift. In the...

Can a person be charged with delivery of controlled substance within 1000 feet of a funeral home?

Charged, yes. It will be the task of the defense attorney to oppose the charge based in the actual facts or the interpretation of the facts in the...

"How much federal time will a person really have to do?", is a good but not a simple question to respond to. This is yet another example that...

Am i in trouble

investigation or cases, prospective or pending as part of the support for your prosecution. Please contact and retain an experienced federal and...

What constitutes a federal crime?

Federal crimes potentially include the acts you suggest in your inquiry. Certain federal laws, most in the United States Code, define federal...

Am I definitely going to get a violation, even if not guilty of new charge?

Asking the question, "Do I need a lawyer", is seldom if ever answered, "No you don't, DIY is your best approach to your legally oriented...

If i have a bench trial vs. the state pending a class4 felony and my wife is subpenaed for the state can she refuse to answer

You are confusing the constitutional right against self incrimination and the marital privilege. The marital privilege may protect you in the...

How do I file a criminal complaint against a law firm?

Report this to the ARDC, Illinois Attorney Registration and Disiplinary Commission, ASAP. This will initiate an investigation. The potential...

Any possibility of charges being reduced?

Reduction is possible. After your experienced criminal defense lawyer reviews all factors he/ she will be able to advise you. Experienced...