Can someone be found guilty in court without victim or witness in court?

In general, a prosecutor will dismiss the case pursuant to statute if the victim is not served with a subpoena which allows you to immediately move...

Can someone being charged with domestic violence be found guilty if the victim or witness doesn't show to court

It is very unlikely the State will prosecute the case if the victim is not present even with photographs. The only exception occurs when there a...

Hello my name is Bruce i had a misdemeanor domestic violence 7 years ago can I ever own a hand gun again

Your first option is to petition the court to seal the domestic violence conviction. In addition, there is a process that allows you to restore...

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DMV Strangulation charge in jail

It is critical that your lawyer takes steps before the preliminary hearing that can put you in a position to eliminate a potential prison term and...

Unfortunately, the legislature never provided a time frame to exclude older felony DUI convictions so a felony DUI from 35 years ago would still...

I am planning to pursue a real estate sales license. I have DUI from about a year and a half ago. Will this be a problem?

I do not believe a misdemeanor will have any effect on whether your are hired. The impact will apply to obtaining sufficient insurance while you...

You will need compelling evidence that you were in fear of you life to convince a judge of this defense. In addition, you need to look at all the...

Arrested for DUI but not given citation.

You were already processed and issued an ID No. Had you stayed in jail you would have been released in 12 hours so there was no point to bring you...

I was served with an temporary order of protection. Will this go on my record if I consent to the 30 day?

Under NRS 33.080(2), you have 2 days' notice to appear and move for the dissolution of the TPO. At a minimum, you should prepare to appear at the...

Domestic violence pleading the fifth

You should contact a lawyer to advise you on your rights to testify as a witness and circumstances in which they can serve you with a subpoena.