Would you recommend that I CONTACT A LAWYER FOR MY SON. HE HIT A CAR AND LEFT THE SCENE

Hire a lawyer to handle this matter. The most serious consequences can often be the effect on future insurance premiums.

You should get a lawyer to represent you on this immediately. The lawyer will need to appear with you before the judge to get the warrant lifted.

What or why would a public defender side with the prosecuting attorney? Could they be corrupt? Does that still happen these days

In a situation such as this, your best option is to due whatever it takes to hire a private attorney. It appears that the current lawyer may...

Is it possible for the state of louisiana to reopen case that has already been closed?Even if the person dropped charges?

It sounds like you must have pled guilty to a misdemeanor. At this point, any charges by the state would be barred by double jeopardy.

I must respecfully disagree with the above responses. Louisiana is a forced heir state however, a forced heir applies to a child who is disabled...

I missed two of my Court dates, can I prevent from going to jail?

You need to contact an attorney in the Monroe area to assist in having the bench warrant recalled.

How long can they hold one for a parole hold?

He needs to contact his parole officer and request a hearing. A parole hold can be kept in place throughout the duration of the pending charge. ...

Please explain how multiple billing works in the state of louisiana

The habitual offender bill applies in Louisiana on the second offense. I would need much more info to explain how it applies in a particular...

If a witness changes his story twice is he still considered a credible witness.

Credibility is decided by the judge or jury. Whichever one decided the case. The lawyer usually questions the witness vigorously to attack his...

If one out of twelve jurors disagree with the rest is that considered a hung jury.

Unfortunately Louisiana is one of two states (Oregon being the other) that does not require a unanimous verdict. Only 10 out of 12 are required for...