How long how long can you postpone a municipal court charge for battery?

It depends on what reason you have, but it is hard to drag it out too long. Municipal cases move quicker than. state cases. Speedy trial is...

I'm in probation for a DUI can I get arrested?

It depends on why you were stopped and arrested. A standard condition of probation is that you have no new law violations. A violation of...

My mom got caught shoplifting so they accused me as well?

If you refused a deferred, I am assuming the matter is set for trial. You should consider hiring an attorney.

Do we have a case at all?

Without a blood test showing the presence of another drug in system, she would not have much of a case. It would also depend on what her blood...

How long of a jail sentence am I looking at for 2nd probation violation?

Asking for another judge is not an option. For a probation violation, you can be sentenced as if you were never been placed on probation. The...

If an owner/operator fails to give warning and strikes a pedestrian knocking them down is he liable for punitive damages?

In order to get punitive damages, the conduct of the driver must have been in a willful and wanton manner. Whether that is something you could...

Should I hire a lawyer, or take the class/plea deal offered for my son?

You gave a lot of information, and it appears there are not a lot of favorable facts in your son's favor. I would say that it would make sense to...

WWhat happens if my girlfriend dosent show up to trial?

It depends. If you girlfriend is under subpoena, she could be held in contempt if she does not show up or refuses to testify. If she is not under...

I'm getting a summons at my next probation meeting to go back to court

You could be arrested or they could give you a summons. If they give you a summons, it is like getting a ticket.

What to expect when charged with trespassing as a Municipal offense (Code 1979, § 27-50; Ord. No. 2009-18, § 1, 4-13-2009)

Municipal Court is a bit different than State court. First thing she needs to do is start the process of getting an attorney. She is charged with...

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