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How likely is it he will see jail time

Kathryn's answer | Answered on May 13, 2016

Very likely. If you don't think his public defender is doing the best he can for your friend, have him seek other counsel. But having a court...

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My husband's parole discharge date was 5/5/14 but he stopped reporting around 3/2012 due to a theft $50-500.What can happen?

Kathryn's answer | Answered on May 13, 2016

Find a lawyer in your area. It is unlikely anything can be resolved until he turns himself in. Have a lawyer in place to help him through this...

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How could we get his sentence lessened?

Kathryn's answer | Answered on May 13, 2016

If your friend gives his attorney permission to speak with you, have your parents talk to that lawyer. Having a court appointed lawyer does not...

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If I were charged as a repeat offender despite the charge being my only offense, can I address this?

Kathryn's answer | Answered on February 16, 2016

If you took a plea deal, there is a high probability that you waived your right to appeal, and you are far past the date to appeal, if you did not...

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What forms do I need, and what do I need to do with them to apply for time served on my court costs?

Kathryn's answer | Answered on February 16, 2016

In some counties, you will only get credit for court costs if you pled the case while in jail. You need to speak with an attorney in your area to...

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If someone attacks me at my high school and I hit him so I could get away. Is that self defense? will I still get a ticket

Kathryn's answer | Answered on February 16, 2016

It may or may not be, depending on the circumstances. If you feel you will be charged, you should speak with a lawyer immediately.

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What is the probability that you serve jail time with first offense MAN DEL CE PG 1>=4G<200G and POSS MARIJ<2OZ?

Kathryn's answer | Answered on February 16, 2016

You should discuss this with an attorney in your area. Use the "find a lawyer" feature to locate someone near you. Having a lawyer is more...

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If I admit to a police officer I've drank in the past can legal actions be made against me?

Kathryn's answer | Answered on February 16, 2016

You have a right to remain silent - use it. And speak to a lawyer in your area.

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I have been arrested 1 time after case was finished took care of it in 2004 now active again

Kathryn's answer | Answered on May 08, 2015

Find a lawyer with whom you feel comfortable. You'll do best with a lawyer.

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Criminal law and appellate council

Kathryn's answer | Answered on May 08, 2015

Speak to a lawyer in your area. Someone licensed in your state and with a knowledge of appellate law.

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