My understanding of having an FBI number means that at some point your identifying information was entered into the criminal justice system usually...

Well, if you have no money and have no way to access any money (family member, etc.) then you are stuck with not having money to hire a lawyer. ...

In Colorado, can you get a public defender prior to your arraignment? What is a motion of continuance?

Usually when you go to court for the first time you tell the Judge that you would like to apply for the Public Defender. You do not need to file a...

I need help navigating the legal system and cant afford an attorney--I was in the wrong place at the wrong time, please advise.

I am going on the premise that you are in Boulder court system. First, you can go to court by yourself on the first court appearance and tell the...

My brother is waiting in Colorado to be extradited to Texas has been in jail 45 days how long can Colorado keep him?

Depending on what jurisdiction your brother is in, it looks like maybe Denver, judges in Colorado can allow your brother to make a bond here in...

Is there anyway to plea down a DUI? I have no history of anything negative on my record.

To answer your question, yes, frequently the district attorney's office will plead a DUI down to a DWAI. That though begs the question. The...

6 yrs ago I was convicted of Harassment Domestic Violence didn't do classes nor probation left state.

Sounds like you now live back in Colorado in maybe Colorado Springs. Before I would turn my self in I would hire a criminal lawyer to help me...

What are the circumstances for having a case dismissed or thrown out,

Sounds like you have had a rough time and in addition, having PTSD makes things even more difficult. No, in Colorado you do not have a right to...

I was pulled over by the cops and given a ticket to appear in court for DUI, but i was not arrested. what happens now?

Whether or not you were "arrested" has very little bearing on your situation. If you were given a ticket for DUI then you were charged with DUI...

I have to agree with Mr. Deasy. When I read your post my biggest concern was the repeated shoplifting activities and the fact her Mom may be...