My designtd driver is driving, we get run off the road. DD is sober, leaves to find a phone, I get arrested and expctng charges.

I don't practice in WA. If DD was sober, then there are probably no criminal charges. If you told cops you were the driver it complicates things....

Actual cost of restricted license

I concur with the $125 + $15 assessment. Edward J. Blum

I don't practice in either jurisdiction. My experience is that there is a 50% chance that you will fly under the radar. All states are supposed...

Can a person be tried and charged for a sex crime if all there is is a statment and no real evidence?

I don't practice in TX. Yes. Edward J. Blum

I am accused of a petty theft from a former employer that was paying me under the table?

Hire a lawyer. You need to obtain representation before you talk to any investigator or police officer. If you can't afford a lawyer, decline to...

If on probation and arrested again, can they revoke parole before you are brought to trial on second offense?

I don't practice in TX. Yes. Parole/Probation violations are separate matters. Usually, parole is quicker, probation trails behind the open...

Is a DA supposed to take a case when he is friends with the person involved.Would't that be a coflict of interest.

I don't practice in NY. No he isnt. Yes it is. Edward J. Blum

What is the penalty for an open alcoholic container as a passenger?

Yes. You should contact a lawyer before your court appearance. Each of you should. Edward J. Blum

My ex-boyfriend, got arrested 5 months ago for hit and run plus DUI. He was let go with no court hearing/arraignment.

I don't practice in AZ. It sounds as though charges have not yet been filed against him. I suspect their going to charge him with a...

Do we need an attorney?

YES! Edward J. Blum