In most instances, the state must bring you to trial within one year of your arrest. However, continuances can be granted as often as the court...

II have 3 drug charges pending got the first two n 2016 1n may 1 n step. N got 3rd one 2017 I need to no what r the time line n

Certain felony charges can be brought within three years, although there are some exceptions. There may be ways to get these dismissed, depending...

You should talk to your attorney. You paid him. None of us here have the same set of facts that he has. At least you can feel somewhat assured...

You're not likely to find an attorney who will do that for you, especially under those terms. Even though it may not seem like it, or even be...

If they are pending, meaning they have not yet been prosecuted, then they will likely show up as charged but not yet adjudicated. If they have...

Will I legally be able to date my love interest?

I think you are finding that no one is anxious to answer this question for you. That is, in part, because there are a lot of factors that would...

Will I get in trouble if I am dating someone 4 years younger than me?

You are playing with fire here. Do you have hard evidence of her age? How do you know her? Has she ever been in your care? When you are dealing...

A restraining order is different from an order of protection. An order of protection is enforceable by law enforcement officers. A restraining...

In the juvenile system, there are a multitude of options, which may or may not include spending some time in the detention center. A lot of it...

Finally able to pay off a misdemeanor I was charged with in college. It's taken more than a year, will I get arrested?

If you have not paid on your misdemeanor charge, then there is likely a warrant for your arrest issued. While law enforcement may not actively...