Can a person plead the 5th on a DV case to get charges dropped on the person arrested?

The District Attorney is the one with discretion on whether the charges will go forward or not. The alleged victim does not have a controlling say...

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What is Colorado's sentence for a minor(15) that's been charged with breaking and entering? And (maybe) destruction of property?

I agree with Ms. Fazzone's answer. If law enforcement does investigate and charges are filed, some of the offenses that could be charged would be...

Is a no-contact order issued by a judge the same as a restraining order, and wouldn't both parties be notified?

The no contact order you are referring to is most likely a criminal restraining order put in place by the court in connection with the criminal...

Im on probation on a d.v but can i go to mexico as an emergancy

I agree with the above two answers. Make sure that your probation officer is aware that it is an emergency, and is for a family funeral. You may...

How/what is needed to be done to get a deferred judgement/sentence?

A deferred judgement is certainly preferred over a conviction. It gives you the chance, if you complete it successfully, to later have the guilty...

If you bond someone & they don't go to court, can they arrest you?

I agree. You won't be arrested, it's the friend you posted the bond for who has to worry about that. The bondsman can come after you for the amount...

I was charged with 3rd degree assault when I was 17, do I qualify?

If you were adjudicated as a juvenile, you are eligible to have your records sealed (expunged). If you were charged as an adult and received a...