What if the police lie on a complaint to get an arrest warrant?

The short answer is "yes". Wouldn't be the first time this has happened. But, A lawyer would request the police report, compare it to the PC...

What would a person get if they are being charged with burglary and stealing?

If she is charged with burglary and stealing, there are several variables at play here. First, if the bar was empty when it was broken into, it...

What does settling #1 means

It depends on if its "1st setting" or "#1 setting". The former would indicate it is the first time the case has been set for trial. The latter...

What if you cannot afford all your restitution fees and other fees you are required to pay in certain amount of timer

It really does depend on the jurisdiction and amount of restitution you owe. For instance, if you're almost paid in full and your probation...

"disposition" court dates get rescheduled for various reasons. like, giving the defendant time to hire an attorney, giving the attorney once on the...

Just call the detention center in which he is being held, specifically Booking, and give them his name. Ask them what his "holds" are and get the...

What should I expect or what should I say in court?

You'll be arraigned, and a plea of "not guilty" will be entered. You'll need a lawyer or a public defender to request a recommendation from the...

How serious is this charge.? My son arrested on a warrant for drug charges.

The Dist/Del/Manf/Produce Charge is very serious since it is a B felony. The minimum sentence is 5 years in the Dept. of Corrections and the...

Probable to sell methamphetamine

She likely doesn't have a right to discovery until the case is certified into circuit court (or whatever the name of the court that handles...

I was arrested by a police officer at my home for breaking my garage door knob and dead bolt. Charged w/domestic assault by ST.

First, you never want to discuss the facts of a case against yourself on the internet for the world to see. If the prosecutor sees it and is able...