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I was charged with a misdemeanor of petite larceny about a year and a half ago, how do I get it expunged off my record?
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Answered on October 10, 2014
Nevada does not expunge (delete) the record. Nevada seals the record. To seal a criminal record you need to petition the Court where the case was...
What are the chances of getting first time felony possession of less than 5g cocaine reduced to misdemeanor?
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Answered on October 06, 2014
With no prior record, it is definitely possible. Possession of a controlled substance is a category E felony that is punishable by 1-4 years in...
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How can I defend my position in 1st time Domestic battery charge?
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Answered on October 01, 2014
The best way to defend yourself against domestic violence charges is to retain an attorney. Additionally, you should not talk about the facts of...
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Where can i get a probono criminal defense attorney for my petit larceny case?
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Answered on October 01, 2014
If the DA is seeking jail time, then the Public Defender will be appointed if you qualify for their services. If the DA is not seeking jail in your...
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What do i do when I am being denied my right to a jury trial. I specifically demanded a jury trial.
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Answered on October 01, 2014
Unfortunately, petit larceny is a misdemeanor. You do not have a right to a trial by jury on misdemeanor charges in Nevada. Only on gross...
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First offense will I get drug tested
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Answered on September 30, 2014
Possession of marijuana less than 1 once is a misdemeanor. For a first offense, the penalty is a fine of not more than $600 plus court costs. As...
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My fiancé is currently in custody booked on a trafficking charge for possession of 7.5 can he fight this somehow?
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Answered on September 30, 2014
Did he have 7.5 grams of a controlled substance in his possession? That is what the DA would have to prove at trial. If he was convicted at trial,...
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Do I need a criminal attorney
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Answered on September 30, 2014
Your friend may need an attorney. At the very least, your friend could be looking at a misdemeanor manslaughter charge, which can carry up to 180...
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HAD A FINE IN 2001 THOUGHT WAS TAKEN CARE OF NOW SAYS NOT CAN THEY ARREST ME AN IMPOSE SENTENCE STILL STATE OF NEVADA
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Answered on September 30, 2014
If a bench warrant issued for your arrest for non payment of the fine, then yes, you can be arrested. Contact the clerk's office for the Court that...
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I made a huge mistake by shoplifting from Walmart for a total value of 41$. I offered to pay but they wouldn't let me .
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Answered on September 29, 2014
Consult with an attorney. You may have defenses you are not even aware of. Additionally, with no prior criminal record, an attorney may be able to...
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