I lied to the police as to who started the fight and my guy friend was arressted. How do i tell the police that i lied?

I agree with Mr. Marshall and would add that you should talk to your friend's lawyer at the very first opportunity. The sooner the lawyer has the...

Can we get the case dropped or will we be able to achieve a not guilty verdict?

You need a lawyer who is invested at winning at trial; not someone who is jamming an offer down your husband's throat. If there is anyway you can...

I am trying to find the penal code, in Connecticut, for surreptitious recordings. CT is 1 of 12 that require both parties agree

Unfortunately, you are in a one-party consent state, meaing that as long as one of you knew it was being recorded it is not illegal. See statutes...

There are many reasons why a criminal case, especially one with serious charges, would need to be continued. There could outstanding discovery, a...

Myspace

I don't think it's a good idea to include a link that identifies you personally. I assume the case is pending. Anything you post here is...

Do i need a lawyer to get into a diversion program for petty theft or can i do it myself?

If charges are filed you need a lawyer. A petty theft is priorable (DA can charge as felony next time) and has long term consequences. If you...

Typically, once a warrant issues you or your lawyer has to appear and ask for it to be recalled. It is unlikely that mailing a check will prompt...

It sounds like these charges belong to someone else who shares your name. The first step is to contact the court where these case were originally...

I was interested to read Mr. Cota's response. I learned something new, as I do not practice in federal courts. But I think 18 USC 4 requires more...

John's comments raise an interesting issue that I wanted to comment on even though it takes us far away from the questioner's primary...