In some instances the court can hold you in contempt and issue an arrest warrant. The safest thing to do is contact a local criminal defense...

With a possession of a dangerous drug charge will Arizona extradite me back from Missouri.

It is unlikely but you cannot be certain. Felony warrants can trigger extradition from other states and at the minimum can cause local law...

The State can place a lien on your personal property. I have also heard of them garnishing State tax refunds. I do not believe they can garnish...

Provided you were charged and pled guilty as an adult, the conviction will be on your permanent criminal history. Arizona does not have an...

What type of punishment will I get for possession of marijuana?

The typical offer for a possession of marijuana with no prior criminal history is a plea to diversion. The diversion program includes court ordered...

How much do DUI fines average?

The cost of a DUI varies tremendously depending on the level of the BAC and prior criminal history. A first offense, non-extreme DUI usually runs...

Is it possible for my husband to not face prison time for violating probation twice?

The answer to this questions depends on a lot of factors. Your husband's prior criminal history, whether your husband has had previous probation...

Can a domestic abuse case be dismissed early when the required course (a 6-month class) has been completed ?

The answer to this question is controlled by your specific plea agreement and the tendencies of your judge and prosecuting agency. Whether you...

Simply put, no. A "scratched" case just means that the State was not prepared to proceed by the time of your scheduled arraignment. While...

Right to counsel?

This is a difficult question to answer because I think you may have included the wrong statute your friend was charged with. That said, if your...