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After a judge has set a bail amount, can he/she change it with help from legal representation, or is that a set amount
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Answered on January 07, 2016
There is a difference between a warrant and a bond. If your son has a warrant it would have to be quashed by the court or he faces the risk of...
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If the victim went to Da and told her it was only an argument and he wanted no charges filed against him , shouldn't she dismiss
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Answered on January 07, 2016
Unfortunately no. The victim is simply a witness and does not make the prosecuting decision. In some states, the prosecution must discuss a plea or...
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What does this mean? Will it still show on his record? Thanks in advance!
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Answered on January 07, 2016
It depends. Often juvenile adjudications are not reported or a part of an individuals public record. Additionally, if your son's case was...
Can I sue an employer for not hiring me based on a felony charge that did not result in a conviction?
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Answered on January 07, 2016
As my colleagues have already indicated the answer is no. Simply being charged with a criminal offense, even a misdemeanor can be grounds for...
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My papers had dui marked on it 2 times for different reasons, can they charge me twice for a dui if its the same incident?
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Answered on January 06, 2016
Double jeopardy prohibits you being prosecuted twice for the same crime. However, DUI is very state specific and multiple charges are often issued...
When a person is mailed a misdemeanor citation, is the citation mailed from the police department or the courts?
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Answered on January 06, 2016
It depends. A citation is often issued by a police officer directly to a defendant or provided to the court for mailing. A complaint or indictment...
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What's the possible sentence for that crime
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Answered on January 06, 2016
As my colleague has indicated Assault in Arizona takes on many forms. The statute alone is over two pages and ranges from misdemeanor to felony...
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Wife and I are cosigners on a bond.. If bond is revoked are we reliable for the rest of his bail money?
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Answered on January 06, 2016
Yes, but if he is charged with a new offense he may simply be held non-bondable on that new charge and the current $3,000 bond affirmed. It depends...
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I am charged with marijuana possession, what are the changes i can get this dismissed
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Answered on January 06, 2016
Your fact scenario is very common for individuals charged with possession offenses. An experienced criminal defense attorney in your area can...
What does it mean for them to take it under advisement? Plus is it possible for them to reduce my felony?
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Answered on January 06, 2016
I'm not sure I understand all of your questions, but when a judge takes a matter under advisement it means that he or she is going to issue an...