Is pleading guilty and receiving deferred adjudication the same as being convicted of a crime?

No you have not. Deferred adjudication is a probationary period which if completed successfully allows you to apply for non -disclosure.

Sounds like you are being scammed - this is a common thing in these instances. Do not send any money. If the police come to your door - be polite...

Will I go to jail? Will I be piss tested in court? What will be my biggest worry

Try not smoking and getting arrested. At some point it sticks to you - as in a permanent record. Hire an attorney - or have your parents do so and...

Can i be arrested at a probation status hearing?

You can be - I would suggest you hire an experienced attorney to be by your side to defend you

What can really happen?

What type of action do you envision his mother taking? Calling the police - so what If there is an assault claim to be made against you - it...

Can a 16 year old and a 24 year old legally have sex?

The age of consent in Michigan is 16. Your son could be exposed to other legal issues as the person is still considered a minor. He needs an...

Client convicted of fed crime; case was closed. He violated probation, court sent me a notice to appear with him via PACER

Were you retained or CJA?...........

It means they need an attorney. Any encounter with law enforcement and the warrant appears - this person will be taken into custody. It sounds as...

Is he in the state or another state? Start by going to the local criminal court and asking at the clerk's office. You can also hire an attorney...

How do I know when my girlfriend is released after being arrested for a bench warrant​?

She will have to see the judge who issued the warrant. I would suggest you hire an attorney for her. You can also call the court or go to the...