Is there anyway I can avoid this ten day jail time?

On a second DUI the court must impose at least 10 days of jail time, to do otherwise would be an illegal sentence. However, because your DUI is...

Charged with DUI. One prior out-of-state. May I leave the state prior to sentencing?

As my colleagues mentioned, being on bond usually prohibits you from leaving the state. However, your attorney can ask the judge to drop that...

What will happen

First, she should know that she's not necessarily safe from criminal charges. Just because the police did not arrest her then, doesn't mean they...

I agree with my colleague about the sentencing possibilities. But an escape charge also has important secondary consequences. An escape conviction...

Hello, I am on probation for slapping my ex in the face. I am now living away from her and I needed my belongings, a bike.

Speak with your probation officer about ways to get your property and money back without getting yourself in more trouble. They are most familiar...

It is a good sign that the police ticketed you and not the other driver, but it does not guarantee that you are in the clear. You are probably safe...

How can I be convicted of Possossion of a weapon while intoxicated if the police did NOT blood/breath test me?

I agree with my colleagues that you have two separate issues. The first is the weapons charge. Observations by police officers of your appearance...

Can I ask the judge if I can drink while on probation?

Judges are generally very deferential to probation officers and you run the risk of antagonizing both the PO and the judge by pursuing this....

What's the likelihood a defense attorney will dismiss a domestic violence charge for minuet destruction of property.

There are a lot of factors that go into what outcomes are on the table for you. "Domestic Violence" is a label that is applied in certain cases and...

A friend of mine is on probation and interested in going to another state this month. Curious about rules regarding travel

While the chances of getting caught may be slim, the consequences are serious. If the PO finds out s/he could impose a range of sanctions,...