Is there any recourse when an attorney fails to perform in the clients best interest?

It seems there is a lack of communication here. I suggest you go to the attorney's office and arrange a meeting. You should be asking what the...

I agree with what the other lawyers have said. However, you may also want to talk to the codefendant and see what he is going to testify to if...

Can an undesired felony 6 with outstanding fines be dropped or exponged

I agree with what the other lawyers have said. However, I would add that you shouldn't forget to get them designated misdemeanors someday after...

I have 2 drug related felonies and 1 theft in Arizona from 2006. Did 10 months in prison in 2006. All class 6 felonies.

I have represented many people in restoring their right to possess a firearm after an Arizona felony conviction. Keep in mind, setting aside your...

Is it against my 4th and 14th amendment rights to be teaser and force to open my mouth as a passenger of a car and no crime comm

I suspect this may be a bad search. My position would be that the officer needed a warrant to order you to open your mouth. However, if nothing...

Is it a good idea to hire a Criminal defense lawyer who is also a cop/sheriff?

I believe there is a certain mentality for criminal defense attorneys to possess in order to be most effective. This is not to say a person can't...

I agree with much of what has been said here. However, there is also another concept called a misdemeanor compromise that does NOT require the...

You would be well served to resolve the warrant immediately. You never know if they will actually extradite. Even if they don't, you could remain...

My son signed a plea agreement 8 years ago. He has served his sentence and is now on lifetime probation (2).

Probation can always be modified or terminated unless the plea agreement specifically prohibits it. I have personally been able to terminate many...

Do I need to make a second appearance?

Yes, you need to appear to avoid a warrant. However, if you have a competent attorney represent you, that attorney will move for a continuance...