What should i do if i missed a court i didnt know i had and now im in jail for misdemeanor theft/ FTA , with a bond of 500?
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Answered on June 17, 2025
The judge can reduce your bond if he wants. He does not have to. I suspect your bond was set because of the crime charged, your record, your ties...
Sons sentenced to 8 years for he never showed my son any pleas and did not communicate with him and was facing felony charges.
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Answered on June 17, 2025
You need to hire an attorney who handles post conviction matters to look into the case to see if anything can be one to help your son.
How do I figure out my court cost and could I get any lenience ?
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Answered on June 17, 2025
Your attorney is the only person who will know enough about the case to be able to answer those questions. Call him today.
What is the punishment for a 17 year old taking money from another 17 year old while having a firearm?
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Answered on June 17, 2025
If the victim saw the firearm it was used. It is the threat that is important. He does not have to fire it. The actions you describe are called...
Is it possible to get a reduced charge like a wrekless driving or a pay and dismissal for a dui charge ?
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Answered on June 03, 2025
The law does not allow a prosecutor to amend a dui to a different charge. It does not allow the prosecutor to dismiss a dui unless he can tell the...
I completed my year probation an they gave me a voluntary extension I didn't know I had to sign it. And now they are revoking me
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Answered on June 03, 2025
I am not sure what your question is. If they have filed a motion to revoke you need to keep reporting and hire an attorney to help you immediately.
a loved one in johnson county kansas for past 1month and he has been bonded out but still waiting for platte co,MO to pick him.
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Answered on June 03, 2025
If he has waived extradition the sheriff will call Platte County to pick him up. Usually within the metro this happens in a couple of days. If...
Will I go to jail for expired license?
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Answered on May 12, 2025
Yes, you should talk to a local criminal defense lawyer. It is possible to go to jail, but uncommon in most places. That is why you need to talk...
How long does the county have to bring me to trial if I am out on bond for possession of Marijuana with intent to distribute.
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Answered on May 07, 2025
Generally speaking when you are on bond the State has 180 days to get you to trial. This time starts at arraignment. Any time that goes by as a...
Can I still get diversion?
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Answered on April 02, 2025
Call your lawyer to see if he can get them to give you a break. In the meantime do the Victim Impact now and get proof to the diversion office. ...
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