I received a speeding, paid bail, plead not guilty, & was given a trial date I couldn't attend. How should I ask for reopening?

I would hire an attorney to prepare the papers necessary to vacate the judgement and prepare a declaration stating the facts which led to your...

Will my guilty plea go away for not wearing a seatbelt if...

You will still have to pay the fine for the seatbelt violation

EQip security clearance with one uniform traffic ticket for public intoxication

I agree with my colleague. You will need to get a certificate of disposition which will indicate the result of the plea. You can obtain that from...

I was convicted of DUI recently. I was wondering if there was any way to get my mug shot taken off the internet.

It is very difficult to get done. Companies that offer to do so usually take your money with no result.

As it relates to criminal allegations, there is a statute when cases can be filed. For misdemeanors, it is a year You will probably need to take...

I agree with my colleague. You never have to be read your rights. And if the situation arose where your rights we're read, the reading would come...

I was arrested and charged with 11379HS (offer to sell meth) I have no criminal record and was unaware of possessing drugs.

Unfortunately, your story is rather unconvincing. However, having said that, you may be able to work with law enforcement in turning over...

I have a friend who was arrested the other night for a violation of penal code section 422 (criminal threats)...

He should either continue his arraignment, allowing him the opportunity to retain counsel, or enter a not guilty. Either way, you still have an...

Will an attorney take on my criminal case pro bono?

It is unlikely that a criminal defense attorney who is working in the private sector will take your case pro bono. However, you may qualify for a...

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Is there anything I can do to not go to my court date?

In a misdemeanor case, you can hire an attorney to appear on your behalf .