In Indiana, are defendants in a criminal misdemeanor case entitled to one (1) continuance as a matter of right?

I don't practice in Indiana, but I would think Indiana is like every other state. There is no absolute right to a continuance. A judge has...

Does the time for service change when the document is served by mail in California criminal proceedings?

Contact a good local criminal defense attorney. You might have more issues to think about and a good attorney can answer your questions and also...

Need criminal defense lawyer I'm locked in a hospital j derv5250 hold , they are trying to extend the hold even longer

Sorry to learn about your situation. You can find criminal defense attorneys on this website and then give them a call to see if they can help...

Call some local criminal defense attorneys and ask them what they charge. You can find some good attorneys on this website. Click on the "Find a...

What shows on my criminal background check while on HYTA?

I agree with Mr. De Groot. Your arrest, charge and the fact that the case is still pending will show up until the case is dismissed. The arrest...

What's my best option for defense in a petty theft case?

First word of advice, never confess to committing a crime, especially to the police. Secondly, never confess to committing a crime on the...

My son just got his case dismissed in court today. It was Minor in Possession. how to get it expunged?

Thank you for the question and I am glad your son's case got dismissed. Because the case was dismissed, there is no conviction in the case and...

What happines to someone who is absonding then captured but not ever booked in to the county jail and its been 3 day now?

My colleague is most likely correct. You never mentioned what the charges are and whether he was facing federal or state charges. Your friend...

What is the highest charge that can be received for a hit and run case?

I don't practice in Kentucky but you didn't provide enough information for me to provide a definite answer. Your question fails to mention if...

The misdemeanor charge and/or conviction, will not likely prevent you from traveling overseas, but you would be wise to resolve the case before...