A motion for reconsideration has a different standard than a motion for appeal. As I noted earlier, the motion for reconsideration must be based...

Can one file a motion for reconsideration ?

The magistrate judge may reopen the hearing on a motion by the defendant based upon material information that was not known at the time of the...

Do I have to go and speak to a detective, or can I reschedule and find an attorney?

Have an attorney contact the detective on your behalf. That shouldn't cost much and many will do it as a courtesy. Whatever you do stop talking...

Will a person get arrested for sending naked pictures of someone else and threatening to put on social media?

There are many laws that cover this under the penal code starting with revenge porn in state court and stalking in federal court. From a civil...

A friend is getting “reported” for buying nudes

It happens. Why purchase nudes on the Internet when you can get them for free on the Internet? Contact the warden. He'll help.

Can my friend press charges without it backfiring?

Your friend has nothing to be afraid of because the government will not prosecute her when she's the victim. She should go to the local police or...

Can I be arrested inside family court before my hearing for something unrelated?

Your scenario is not uncommon in family court. You have several issues that need to be addressed in family court and in criminal court. It's not...

How do you stop a company from harassing you by using their own terms of use against you?

Cody may have rights by statute along with rights provided in tik tok's terms of conditions. He should speak further to an attorney for a free...

Im afraid what do i do..

Victims have rights. My advice is to either contact the prosecuting agency and let them know your fears or retain a victim's rights attorney to...

Can I close a misdeaminor case without me being there, and just represented by my criminal attorney ?

You likely need to have more than a close case. Your case may need to fall in a "safe haven" to get the visa reissued. For many misdemeanors an...