I agree with Mr. Beaty. A PI (public intoxication) is on the same level as a traffic offense. Generally, when you receive a class C probation,...

Can I go back to a 5 yr old case that was not picked up by the state and push the issue

Unfortunately, if the case was dismissed (on your request or otherwise), then the statute of limitations has run and the case cannot be...

Does a wife who has been separated from husband for more than 10 years file taxes separately get anything from divorce

You are not his common law wife because he cannot marry another while he is still married (which means you two cannot have an agreement to be...

What are the adv/disadv to having an examining trial?

Generally, there are no disadvantages from the defense point of view of having one. The State, if they are simply trying to pursue legitimate...

Family Violence

What happened with the case? If it was dismissed, then you can get it expunged. If you got probation or a jail sentence, then the case will be on...

Would it be a waste of money for me to hire a lawyer?

Yes, you should hire a lawyer to help you - especially because you are (seemingly) intimidated by the other party's lawyer. If you have proof...

My sisterr got sent to jail for probation viloation and got another charge that was failure to id. she has gotten a court date

Your money is best spent on a lawyer. The failure to identify is a violation of the probation - a new law violation. (There could be other...

I was convicted of Class B Misdemeanor theft and now am in pre-trial diversion.

Because you received pre-trial diversion, you have not been convicted. You have not even been placed on adult probation. You entered a contract...

How can a prove that i didn't commit robbery?

You need a good lawyer who can delve into this girl's background to see what s/he can find. If this girl is accusing you of several acts, perhaps...

Can a different prosecutor be selected?

Unfortunately your friend has zero input about which prosecutor handles his case. And, it is not improper for the prosecutor to use a prior...