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My boyfriend had an open case for drugs so he left U.S..If he comes back to N.Y. will he be arrested at the airport?

Kelly's answer | Answered on February 23, 2011

If a warrant has been issued, he will be arrested. The judge may then decide to raise any bond he previously had or can set him at no bond, under...

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Can the court change a convitcion?

Kelly's answer | Answered on February 23, 2011

The answer to your question is yes and no. In theory a person could later be charged with a felony, however, jeopordy would attach if the...

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I NEED A PRO BONO LAWYER FOR A FELONY CRIMINAL CASE. I WAS COACHED INTO SIGNING A WRITTEN STATEMENT THAT I THOGHT WOULD HELP

Kelly's answer | Answered on February 23, 2011

Your plea for help is appreciated but this is not the proper forum. NO attorney takes cases pro bono, without some interesting issue to litigate....

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When can i request motion of discovery

Kelly's answer | Answered on February 23, 2011

You really should have your own, hired attorney. A court appointed lawyer is an independent contractor in Texas, except for larger cities that have...

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If I pay the fine for Violation 14-218(a) will a point be added to my license? ( Was told no by PO) Will it appear on my record.

Kelly's answer | Answered on February 23, 2011

You need to speak with a lawyer licensed in CT for the answer. But when a police officer tells you to just plead guilty and nothing bad will...

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Can both civil and criminal charges be filed in this case?

Kelly's answer | Answered on February 23, 2011

Unfortunately, they can both be filed against you, civilly and criminally. Your next step would be to hire a good criminal lawyer in your...

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I didnt know i was driving a getaway car for someone who,is accused of stealing under 50worth of stuff

Kelly's answer | Answered on February 23, 2011

This is the typical "Law of the parties" charge in Texas. It does not require the State to prove intent on your part, only that you were...

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OWI- I passed the field sobriety test but the officer had me do the PBT test. Then arrested me.

Kelly's answer | Answered on February 23, 2011

Hire a very good DWI lawyer. The field sobriety tests are not given to see if you pass or fail. They are given after he officer has decided that he...

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If I decide to try and get my dismissed charge sealed by myself, can I later hire an attorney to help seal my record?

Kelly's answer | Answered on February 23, 2011

No qualified attorney would be willing to step into the middle of case and finish it for you. If they would take the case, expect to pay more to...

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Can I ask the courts to set aside, vacate or defer a conviction from 1979? its not a violent charge? what would the process be c

Kelly's answer | Answered on February 23, 2011

I think you are asking for an expungment, but if you plead guilty to the charge, you are not eligible. You may be able to have the record sealed,...

Kelly W. Case's Answers (547)

My boyfriend had an open case for drugs so he left U.S..If he comes back to N.Y. will he be arrested at the airport?

Can the court change a convitcion?

I NEED A PRO BONO LAWYER FOR A FELONY CRIMINAL CASE. I WAS COACHED INTO SIGNING A WRITTEN STATEMENT THAT I THOGHT WOULD HELP

When can i request motion of discovery

If I pay the fine for Violation 14-218(a) will a point be added to my license? ( Was told no by PO) Will it appear on my record.

Can both civil and criminal charges be filed in this case?

I didnt know i was driving a getaway car for someone who,is accused of stealing under 50worth of stuff

OWI- I passed the field sobriety test but the officer had me do the PBT test. Then arrested me.

If I decide to try and get my dismissed charge sealed by myself, can I later hire an attorney to help seal my record?

Can I ask the courts to set aside, vacate or defer a conviction from 1979? its not a violent charge? what would the process be c