Fighting on school grounds..

Public combat today is illegal, unlike the good old days when you could burn a little town or slay a dozen men -- anything to laugh again. The fact...

What are the legal ramifications when someone violates a restraining order and the protected person allows it

You're kidding yourself if you believe your girlfriend somehow is the innocent benefactor of a restraining order against you. What can happen...

My brother has a restraining order against him. What can I do in the following situation?

You can certainly tell her to go away and never darken your door again. If she does, you can get a restraining order against HER. You cannot...

What is a DRINK AFTER DRIVING Charge???

You have a public defender. That lawyer has your complete file. We're out here in the ether. Talk with the lawyer that can actually stand with you...

What to expect?

Any attorney who called you stupid was simply out of line. A second deferred is NOT out of the question, and you or someone representing you should...

What can we do to get assault charges dropped?

Your husband needs a lawyer. What you can do when you go to court is to testify truthfully. The prosecutor, though, will only ask you questions...

You got a cop who knows the difference between harmless mistake and criminal deed. Be grateful we have cops like that, and for the wake-up call....

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How do I handle settling a DUI over 5 years ago? I did everything except finish the classes and now I live in a different state.

Of course you don't want to pay a lawyer. Who wants to pay a lawyer? You NEED to pay a lawyer and in this case, a California lawyer, or a Colorado...

Driving offense? Civilian complaint against my vehicle with no witnesses

The more you talk with the police, the likelier you are to be cited. Just stop talking with them. If and when you are ticketed, consult with a lawyer.

I need help with Emaciation who would i go to get help with this

If you mean emancipation, I think I'd contact a family lawyer, or one who deals in juvenile issues. There are plenty on Avvo. If you are in...