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.

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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Your husband's employer can file an affidavit of non-prosecution, but the Prosecutor may still decide to prosecute your husband for felony...

What should I expect after winning a default judgment in small claims court and a trial de novo filing by the defendant?

Trial de novo is a completely new trial, so the fact that you won in small claims court will mean nothing. In the new trial in associate circuit...

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You can hire an attorney to get your court date continued to a later date and also get your Careless Driving ticket amended to a non-moving,...

Can I get a citation for receiving stolen property off my record ? From 10 years ago I want it off to enroll in police academy

A conviction for receiving stolen property is not eligible for expungement.

Is there any lawyer that could work with me and my wife on our case? we are able to make payments,we r on a fixed income!!

In Missouri, judges won't appoint a public defender to represent you if your bond was paid, even if it was paid by a family member instead of by...

My friend has a driving without a license ticket on her record. Can this be removed?

I agree with the other two attorneys' answers: driving is not a constitutional right or a "common right." If your friend already paid the fine for...

I currently have 4 different driving while suspended and four no insurance tickets pending in Mo. Could they become felonies?

Yes, the prosecuting attorney can file the 3rd and 4th Driving While Suspended tickets as felonies but that requires more paperwork and effort, so...

Can me and my friend appear on behalf of our colleague, who got a peace disturbance ticket?

If your colleague fails to appear in court, the court may issue a warrant for his arrest, which may make it difficult for him to re-enter the U.S....