I got arrested for possession of 1 gram of cocaine at a music festival. What should I do? Do I need a lawyer

you should always hire an attorney when arrested for a drug offense.

Can officers open locked closets when responding to a break in?

This may be too fact specific to give a good answer but, police are allowed to do "protective sweeps" of areas for safety purposes when they are...

How do I get a question through to the judge before my court date?

It is a misconception that a failure to mirandize someone makes the arrest and prosecution illegal. it does not and has no bearing on whether the...

Im a 18 year old girl and i was wondering can my boyfriend who's 22 be charged for dating me?

Dating-no. But, adults can not have sex with minors. Although there is a misdemeanor carnal knowledge, the 4 year age difference makes it a...

you can certainly fight the case in court. in a lot of jurisdictions where I practice in Louisiana, the prosecution is primarily concerned with...

International travel while on probation

You should also hire an attorney to see if you get get permission from Hawaii and/or contact your p/o for approaval.

Should I file child support on my ex?

Go consult with a family/ divorce lawyer. Child support awards are based on the income of you and your ex-spouse. The court has a formula to help...

Was it right that I was handcuffed for a traffic violation and summons from 5 yrs ago.

If this references one event, I am surprised you are now received a summons. Contact the lawyer from the issuing state, the case may have run the...

My son was arrested for his friends pipe in his car. he is joining the military soon. whats the best option for a lawyer

I think a pattern of passed drug testing is a great start. Go get a lawyer who can assemble a mitigation packet, the drug tests and proof of...

Did I get lucky

Yes. You shouldn't be near guns. Most states have a felon with a firearm provision as do the feds.