Can I go to jail for Lewd and Lascivious Behavior? (I'm a college student)

This is a misdemeanor, and no it does not usually result in jail time. However it is a sex offense and those can have substantial effects on your...

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A family member is incarcerated and set for jury trial in 1 week..is it too late to move for change of council and why?

It is never too late to ask, however it might be so late that the judge will not grant a continuance. He might or might not appoint a different...

What are considered evidences that are enough to find me guilty in court?

Evidence is testimony, documents and objects admitted at a trial or hearing. There is no firm rule about what must be admitted to get a particular...

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How do misdemeanor convictions (ex: battery) affect my future with getting a good career (or anything else I am not aware of)?

Collateral consequences is a surprisingly complex area of the law. Convictions might affect your ability to get certain professional licenses,...

Charged with a controlled substance for about 0.14g cocain 7/11 ask for a speedy trail didnt get they took old pd off case

I doubt if your new attorney only contacted you yesterday that you will go to trial today. You should expect another continuance. That is...

Can the Municipal or District Judge impose a heavier than normal sentence on a misdemeanor conviction based on your past record?

Absolutely, how much difference it will make depends on the judge, the convictions on your record, how long ago they were, the circumstances of...

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How is it legally possible for the Municipal Judge to convict me without the testimonies of the victim and witnesses?

Yes, the judge can find you guilty based solely on the testimony of the officer if he provides evidence of each element and the judge believes it...

Do all City Courts have an option of a Jury Trial?

No, no city courts have the option of a jury trial. They will all be bench trials. For a jury you must go to the district court.

Can I still get found guilty of charges if the victim and witness do not show up for a Bench Trial in the City Court?

The court had to find all the elements of the charged crime beyond a reasonable doubt. If the officer was able to provide evidence of all the...

Son-in-law was arrested for poss. of pot{ small amount less then 1/4}He was never read rights . Is that legal?

Miranda must be given to an arrested person, and freely waived by that person, in order for his answers to police questions to be admissible during...