I've appeared without an attorney twice to request a continuance for more time to hire one. What happens the 3rd time without?
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Answered on May 28, 2014
The judge is not going to give you any more time if you return for a 3rd court appearance and you still don't have a lawyer. You need to contact...
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IN MISSOURI IF YOU RECIEVE A FELONY CHARGE OF STEALING OVER 500 THAT WAS REDUCED TO A MISDEMEANOR PEACE DISTURBANCE CAN YOU EXPU
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Answered on May 27, 2014
A misdemeanor conviction for private peace disturbance (RSMO section 574.020) is eligible for expungement after 10 years have passed with no other...
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Ordinance violation dismissed with probation or amended to littering
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Answered on May 27, 2014
Having a conviction for "Littering" is completely different from having a conviction for petty theft on your criminal record. If you were not...
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I was charged with my first DWI in February. The judge told me I needed an attorney because I might be facing jail time. True?
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Answered on May 22, 2014
Yes, you need to hire an experienced DWI lawyer who regularly practices in the court where your case is being prosecuted. A DWI lawyer may be able...
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What does my dad need to do this is his second of fence driving without a license the first time was years ago?
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Answered on May 22, 2014
Your father needs to hire an experienced traffic law attorney who regularly practices in the court where your father's tickets are being prosecuted.
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Do I need to get an attorney for a MIP?
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Answered on May 22, 2014
If you don't hire an attorney, you are at the mercy of the judge and the prosecutor to sentence you. If you do hire an attorney to represent you,...
I got 5 traffic tickets at the same time. Need help as this seems borderline ridiculous.
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Answered on May 21, 2014
No, these are all separate legitimate offenses. If you ignore them, they will follow you to California. I highly recommend that you hire an...
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Is going to court for a speeding violation appropriate for my situation?
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Answered on May 17, 2014
I don't believe there was anything unusual about this traffic stop.
The police officer doesn't have to show you the radar.
No police...
Can a convicted felon be a reliable witness?
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Answered on May 16, 2014
A convicted felon can testify as a witness, but his prior criminal history may be introduced to show that he is not a credible witness.
Why would a person face 8 counts of Stat Sodmy-1st-Dev Sex Intr W/Prs < 14-Ser Phy Inj/Dspl Deadly Weap/Dng Inst/Sbj Vic Intr W/
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Answered on May 16, 2014
The 8 separate counts are for 8 separate events. So, the person is being accused of 8 separate acts of sexual crimes against a child.
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