Neither I nor any attorney on AVVO or on line generally can render legal advice in a case. We can state what we understand the law to be in...

What recourse do we have against an attorney for damages as a result of non-performance?

I'm licensed in Illinois, and am not familiar with Oregon law, but the legal principles governing this sort of matter typically apply generally,...

720 IL CS 5 17 10.6 Is what I'm charged with what's that mean

Fraud in a financial institution, a very serious offense. How serious depends on the amount of money involved and the specific conduct allehed. ...

J. Brosnan Do I not have the rights guaranteed by the constitution? Its still we the people right?

The Ninth Amendment says so: [Ninth Amendment] The enumeration in the Constitution, of certain rights, shall not be construed to deny...

Can drug possession and gun possession be expunged

In addition to what the other lawyers here have said, which is that it depends on the specific offenses and the state of the law whether you...

This is a state law question, so the answer will vary by state. Speaking generally, the age of consent in most states is 18, unless you're married...

Are co-defendants supposed to receive like sentances?

It depends. Prior criminal history, culpability, and level of involvement may account for differences in sentences. So too may a plea agreement...