Is it illegal for me to smoke a pipe in private if I am 16?

Smoke what in your pipe? Tobacco? Yes, it's illegal because you're underage. If it's meth or pot it's much more serious and it's illegal no matter...

I would like my case reviewed and overturned either with an appeal or with a new trial. How can I go about getting that done?

You have 60 days to file a "notice of appeal". If you're indigent, an attorney will be appointed for you. There must be grounds to reverse the...

Is there any way to have a criminal sentence reevaluated once you are passed the 60 day appeal deadline?

He can try for a motion to withdraw his plea but those are rarely granted. Sounds like he has a case of "buyer's remorse" and missed the deadline....

Im in desperate need of a criminal defense lawyer that would consider a payment arrangement, or possibly some pro bono time.

Your friend is in serious trouble and needs an advocate (lawyer). Sounds like his friend caught a big break and the state possibly didn't have...

Do I need a criminal defense lawyer if I received a letter from chief probation officer?

You're not in compliance with the court's order which is contempt of court and you are in violation of your probation. Speak with an attorney asap...

Can I refuse to speak to DA at preliminary hearing?

Because you're the victim in this case, this is a form of "recanting". You can't invoke your Fifth Amendment rights because you're not the...

A warrant was issued for me failing to appear even though I hired an attorney. Bail was set at 35,000.

You need to contact your attorney and find out what happened. He needs to explain to the court that HE dropped the ball. Usually you need to be...

Well, being that you're in Junior High license is spelled like < (see word). Good job looking out for your mom. If she hasn't taken a driving test,...

You will get your phone back when whatever case they're investigating is over. If they file a case, that means they are looking at your phone for...

On the ticket if it says "i" that means infraction which failure to register is. Even though it' not a misdemeanor, you can still get a warrant....