Direct/Indirect Contact with family members on Facebook?

The precise language of the terms of release governs your restrictions. If the court ordered that you have no contact with persons under 16 yrs...

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Is it illegal to carry a knife in your pocket?

Without a more specific description of your knife, it is difficult to advise adequately. However, it sounds like the your knife may be classified...

Directly accused of sexual assault and left before police can arrive.

The first step is absolutely calling a criminal defense attorney so that your friend can explain the situation in detail to the attorney. The...

(federal or state) what gives the SEC/securities and exchange commission (and) the DOJ jurisdiction over a securities matter?

Even activity that may at first blush appear exclusively intrastate may still affect interstate commerce giving federal jurisdiction to an...

Would I get penalized for living with someone who collects welfare but the welfare does not come in my name?

It sounds like a complicated situation. However, more facts and details are necessary in order to advise you properly. I recommend that you...

Do I go to jail when in court for first time first misdimeanor ?

I agree with Sharon in all respects. If you have never been arrested for shoplilfting before and have no criminal history, even if you are...

I have two prior felonies and served time in prison. i was charged for carrying a load handgun .what will be my sentence .

My colleagues are absolutely correct that determining your sentence under the Sentencing Guidelines requires significantly more information that...

My collegaues are correct. If you have permission from the credit card holder, it is legal. I would also make sure that you and your friend have...

Juror Misconduct and Legal Penalties

I agree with my colleagues in all respects. Our system of justice depends on fair and impartial juries. The defendant deserves a fair shake no...

Is there any chance of paying restitution in a vandalism case if the other party is the police?

You would not be guilty of vandalism if the act that damaged the police car was accidental/unconscious (unless you were intoxicated on drugs or...