Do I wait until I'm indicted, or should I consult with a private attorney and see if we can take care of this case a lot faster?
Shannon's answer
|
Answered on February 01, 2016
There are pre indictment options available in all cases, including possible evidentiary hearings or probable cause determinations. It is important...
Archived
Do offenders who are physically disabled go to some kind of special facility for them to do their sentence?
Shannon's answer
|
Answered on August 15, 2014
It is unlikely based on the issues listed that there will be any special facility to which he would go. The prison is typically equipped to deal...
Archived
At what point is prostitution an act?
Shannon's answer
|
Answered on August 15, 2014
The first woman may get hit with lewdness or obscene materials so may not be prostitution but may still be headed for an arrest. The BDSM is an...
Archived
Can an attorney lift a capias warrant
Shannon's answer
|
Answered on August 15, 2014
It is unlikely as a capias warrant is typically issued because the person failed to pay the court ordered fines and costs. The jail will be...
Archived
Can I be considered an accessory
Shannon's answer
|
Answered on August 15, 2014
You can be charged under the law of parties for aiding the offense. However to be convicted your intent or knowledge must also be proven and can...
Archived
What does to disclose experts in a criminal case mean
Shannon's answer
|
Answered on August 15, 2014
If this is a pass to a new setting to disclose experts it means that any decisions on the case are being deferred until after this is resolved. ...
Selected as the best answer
Difference btw deferred prosecution vs deferred disposition
Shannon's answer
|
Answered on August 15, 2014
Deferred prosecution is basically a pretrial diversion program that works exactly like probation however there is no plea, no appearance in front...
Archived
My son got arrested for arson 1 month ago. He hasnt been indicted. His lawyer says he'll get a PR bond.
Shannon's answer
|
Answered on August 15, 2014
If your son receives a PR bond, the jail will release him after processing unless he has any holds, even a traffic ticket warrant, for which they...
Archived
Can he get time served? Or his time to run concurrent?
Shannon's answer
|
Answered on August 15, 2014
It is dependent on the prosecutor. However, I am confused as to your question and explanation as the only way it would be non-adjudicated would...
Archived
Can i ask for more time to hire a lawyer on my first court date?
Shannon's answer
|
Answered on August 15, 2014
Most likely the court will give you time to hire if it is your first court date. The court encourages people to have attorneys as it makes the...
Ad
Transform legal challenges into solutions.
Connect now to review your situation.
The Avvo Rating explained
The Avvo Rating explained