Randolph Co. MO woman gets Burglary-2nd Degree {Felony C RSMo: 569.170} Defendant is sentenced to 5 years in MO DOC.

Your question is a little confusing. It sounds like the defendant got straight sentences to DOC. If that is the case then the amount served will...

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Could it be possible that the judge change 60 shock to 60 house arrest for a first time felon with nothing on record

Yes it is probably possible. However, your lawyer needs to get those terms worked out in a plea agreement. Hopefully they can work it out with the...

How would the defense argue to exclude such evidence?

We need to know a little more information here. However, it is fairly common to admit photos of the victim. The video is a little trickier. ...

Accused/questioned by detective for stealing.

It sounds like you were released "pending application of warrant" which means that the police are getting their paperwork together to present the...

Does a probation officer have the legal authority to drug test me when testing is NOT listed as a condition of my probation?

You need to refer to the specific conditions of your probation. What does the order say?

Can I wait till I find a lawyer to cooperate any further with the investigating police officer? If so can it hurt me in any way?

I usually recommend to never cooperate with the police unless you are getting something in return. This usually has to be agreed to by a...

Will I go to jail the first time I get a probation violation?

I am assuming that you don't have much money to hire an attorney since you are homeless. Your situation seems pretty dire. I would suggest that...

It is tough to undo something the jury has already heard. Some things can be explained. A lot of them can't. The best approach is to properly...

What are my rights regarding contacting an attorney family member if I am arrested?

When you specifically ask for an attorney, regardless of whether you know who the attorney is or if you just request an attorney in general, the...

I have gotten 2 emails that say I have a federal warrant for money laundry to check fraud r they a scam?

That sounds fishy. That's not really how the feds work. I would not respond to those emails. If you want some more piece of mind, then call an...