Arrested for drug charges while on probation for criminal trespass....What now.....??????

Clearly, your friend is in a lot of trouble. To commit a felony violation with felony priors is always a difficult situation to be in. Also if his...

Dismissal of Criminal Damages Class 2 Misdemeanor & should I seek a lawyer if the court isn't asking for jail time?

I have been practicing in the Mesa courts for the last 18 years. The comment about you not needing a lawyer because they weren't seeking jail is a...

Are hospitals compelled to release test results of accident victims to police if an arrest has not been made?

If there were no police present during your hospital stay and there was no probable cause to believe that you were impaired while driving then I...

Registration requirements have no authority to limit you in any way other than to require you to register your address with the sheriffs office....

How long can someone be held in jail without being given a first hearing and a lawyer

Every situation is different, but typically you have to have a hearing before a judge within 24 hours of arrest. Without more information about...

Hi, I am currently being charged with shoplifting a 10 dollar pair of gloves from home depo. I did not shoplift,

From the sounds of your plea offer they are being quite harsh. That is the type of offer I would expect to see from somebody with a history of...

A university masters program application is asking if I had any charges brought on me in last 24 months. Do I answer yes or no?

Many employers, college programs,and professional associations ask for information about potential criminal history. Some want to know about only...