What are possible sentences? What all is on a summons? How do I get a public defender? What sentencing could be received?

A summons is a document that mandates your appearance in court regarding the charges set forth in the complaint. It will include name, last known...

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What can I do to clear my name?

Typically at an initial appearance when bond is set, a judge warns a defendant about failure to appear, that a warrant could issue, the case could...

Is it common for the police to lie on their arrest statements?

No, it's not common. It's not uncommon for defendants to have a different recollection of police encounter than whats in the written report. Some...

On its face, it appears to be a conflict, at the very least you should have been made aware of that beforehand. If your case had a bad outcome you...

What if I can't be located for a criminal summons and I never get it?

The summons will be issued to the last known address. While it is not incumbent upon you to keep the DA apprised of any address change, typically...

If I violat my Probation do I have to server to years, or the remaining time on probation?

Probation is a privilege and is granted by the court to give a defendant an opportunity to demonstrate that they can be a successful and remediate...

Is it possible for an offender to already be incarcerated before their sentencing hearing?

Yes, it's possible for a variety of reasons. They could be held without bond, on bond or could be in custody on an unrelated matter pending outcome...

Will my probation officer understand and not violate me?

You should contact your PO and let her know what's going on. Leave a message if no one answers to document your attempt to notify. Whether your PO...

I am a sex offender ckassified low risk in texas would i register in arizona

ARS 13-3821 sets forth who must register in AZ. And, if you fail to follow the registration requirements here, you will be charged with a felony.

What will happen to me since I failed to stay out of trouble from the first arrest?

It's impossible to predict what will happen but getting into trouble for the same offense so quickly isn't going to help your predicament. Get a...