Should all statutory rape offenders be registered sex offenders?

If the girl's age was less than the age of consent, then consent was legally impossible. Whether the offender must register depends on the...

Is it possible for my fiance to get a bond? How much could it be if so?

Based on the information you provided, he should be eligible for an immigration bond. Note that being eligible for a bond does not necessarily...

My bro is in jail for his 4th DUI. 15 YR were offered in court. His atty keeps telling him to accept. Should I get a new atty?

In this forum and with so little information, it is impossible and irresponsible for an attorney to second guess your brother’s attorney. Here is...

My husband is charged with Assault-Family Violence on his girlfriend. Why would his bond be $888,888.00?

In Houston - Harris County, this is typically the bond set in domestic violence cases to prevent the defendant from bonding out until a protective...

Responding to your comments to my colleagues' answers concerning your case being an easy one to win: So you were in class when the prof called...

Is it recommended I hire a lawyer to get a restraining order against an individual ?

In Harris County, hire an attorney. If you are in another county, consider that the clerk might have had good reason to offer that advice. (As...

I am a lesbian female soldier that was accuse of sexual assaulting another female soldier. what are my options

Having successfully defended soldiers who faced sexual assault charges in State court, I can tell you that you face tremendous scrutiny and...

Is it wise to ask for charges to be enhanced? how much time are we looking at doing?

It's wise if you are a prosecutor. Otherwise, I can think of no other circumstance in which a defendant would seek enhancement. It sounds like...

Is it Legal for an 18 year old male to have sexual relations/date with a 16 year old female? With 2 yrs 4 months, 7 days apart?

You have answered your own question. The age of consent is 17. She is 16.  As you  have the age difference down to the day, I assume you understand...

When can i get parole for 3yrs tdc , i had organized retailer theft and assault a member family

If you are considering a plea agreement, I would caution you against using the possibility and timing of parole in making your decision.   There...