Questions answered by Jefferson M Simmons

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What should i do to defend my self in this situation? Is there any way to drop these charges.

Jefferson's answer | Answered on July 29, 2015

Is sounds like you are making positive changes and consulting with an experienced attorney will give you more guidance as to your charges. Focus...

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Can a medical marijuana patient be convicted of a DUI charge if evidence cannot prove impairment?

Jefferson's answer | Answered on July 26, 2015

The active THC is what is illegal, not the metabolite. A recent Supreme Court case said that the metabolite is non-impairing and not against the...

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3rd degree burglary and burglary tools penalties for first time offense in Maricopa County Arizona

Jefferson's answer | Answered on July 23, 2015

As the other attorneys have stated, you are likely to get probation on a 1st offense non-residential burglary, even though prison is available for...

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Are police officers allowed to threaten you

Jefferson's answer | Answered on July 23, 2015

More information would be needed, but that is more of a promise than a threat. Officers have the authority to arrest you if probable cause exists...

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On an online docket of my case is says " BOND REVIEW" I want to tran my probabtion to a diff state, is this them deciding

Jefferson's answer | Answered on July 23, 2015

Often times probation officers are overworked and simply aren't responding to requests. An attorney could file a motion and request a hearing if...

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Can My wife or I still be charged for either DUI or Possession of paraphernalia for a not at fault accident over 1 year ago?

Jefferson's answer | Answered on July 22, 2015

I highly recommend refraining from making any more comments on a public website like this. You are at risk for Aggravated Assault as a class 3...

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Appealing a misdemeanor crime?

Jefferson's answer | Answered on July 22, 2015

More information would be needed as to whether you entered a plea or went to trial. There is no direct appeal on a plea and you may only file a...

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On July 3, 2000. I plead guilty to theft, class 6 felony. Can I get expunge , or vacate, of the charges?

Jefferson's answer | Answered on July 22, 2015

More information would be needed as a class 6 undesignated offense can be reduced to a misdemeanor, but a class 6 designated offense remains a...

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2nd dui, 1st one was 6 1/2 y/ago. This one is aggravated. I am contemplating leaving the state to avoid all of the costs

Jefferson's answer | Answered on July 22, 2015

I agree with the other attorneys comments, avoiding the situation now will only make things worse. Invariably, the felony warrant that will be...

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How can I have felony dropped to a misdemeanor or dropped period. I'd like to restore my right to vote.

Jefferson's answer | Answered on July 21, 2015

You need an experienced attorney to put together a comprehensive motion to designate the offense as a misdemeanor and restore your civil rights. ...

Jefferson M Simmons's Answers (676)

What should i do to defend my self in this situation? Is there any way to drop these charges.

Can a medical marijuana patient be convicted of a DUI charge if evidence cannot prove impairment?

3rd degree burglary and burglary tools penalties for first time offense in Maricopa County Arizona

Are police officers allowed to threaten you

On an online docket of my case is says " BOND REVIEW" I want to tran my probabtion to a diff state, is this them deciding

Can My wife or I still be charged for either DUI or Possession of paraphernalia for a not at fault accident over 1 year ago?

Appealing a misdemeanor crime?

On July 3, 2000. I plead guilty to theft, class 6 felony. Can I get expunge , or vacate, of the charges?

2nd dui, 1st one was 6 1/2 y/ago. This one is aggravated. I am contemplating leaving the state to avoid all of the costs

How can I have felony dropped to a misdemeanor or dropped period. I'd like to restore my right to vote.