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I was arrested for misdemeanor domestic violence--first offense. What are the likely consequences of breaking bond conditions?
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Answered on July 20, 2014
Hire a lawyer. This sounds very serious. Judges do NOT like repeated violations. Especially of no contact orders. The judge can order bond revoked...
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My bond was set to high, I've been told by numerous lawyers. What are my rights in this situation?
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Answered on July 20, 2014
Sorry, but no. The bond was set, you paid a bondsman. That money is gone.
My boyfriend is charged with two attempted murder charges. What will happen if no one got hurt?
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Answered on July 20, 2014
Most likely he will be prosecuted vigorously. There is no such thing as "pressing charges" in the real world. The fact that "no one was hurt" is...
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My boyfriend is charged with two attempted murder charges. What will happen if no one got hurt?
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Answered on July 20, 2014
Most likely he will be prosecuted vigorously. There is no such thing as "pressing charges" in the real world. The fact that "no one was hurt" is...
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How do I get counsel during the pre-indictment stage if I can't afford one
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Answered on July 20, 2014
You don't. Prior to being charged you are not entitled to a public defender. So, you can scrape up money and hire a private lawyer to help you, or...
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What do I need to do in order to get my attorney to release my docs?
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Answered on July 20, 2014
Your attorney may not even have the paperwork anymore. Attorneys are not required to hold those things forever. You can contact the court to see...
How do I know what im being charged with?
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Answered on July 20, 2014
You may not be charged yet. The prosecution, not the police, bring charges. If the state files charges, you will either be mailed a notice to...
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My son needs to petition u.s. court for early release under proposed new sentencing guidelines. Will this cost money
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Answered on July 20, 2014
1. The law is not in place, so he can do nothing as of this date.
2. Yes, he will have to hire an attorney to file the petion if the law goes into...
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What am I looking at?
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Answered on July 20, 2014
Every single shoplifter has the same exact story. They are so sorry, they won't do it again. The judge hears this very single day. It won't hurt,...
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Probation supervised by state parole violation?
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Answered on July 20, 2014
Sure, but he shouldn't expect extra credit points for not fleeing when PO said turn yourself in.
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