I am trying so hard to get the money for a lawyer and my PD is saying she's picking a jury Monday

You san hire a private attorney. Or, you are with the PD you have. That's about the measure of things.

What is the likelihood of going to jail?

Jail may be unlikely, but the bigger concern will be the impact of a crime of moral turpitude being on his record. No student loans. No car loans....

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What is the difference between a personal FBI background check and an FBI check for employment or licensure?

An FBI background check is an FBI background check. It's going to come out the same no matter who is requesting it.

I was arrested and ticketed for the same thing, having to do with assault.

Do you need a lawyer to prevent a second conviction? Umm... YES.

Do not have money for an attorney, will a public defender be sufficient?

If he can't get people to pony up money for a private attorney, then he has no choice. Good luck.

My house was broken into. I shot a gun at the intruders. Noone was injured. How long can the police hold my gun?

Many times the police will give people in your situation the run around. It may be worth it to pay an attorney to make calls for you.

I was convicted for Domestic Battery in 2008 for pushing my girlfriend. Is it true that my gun rights can be had back after 7y?

No. It is not true. The federal government places a complete ban on firearm ownership or possession for any person convicted of domestic violence...

I got a dv 15 years a go and it was a mistermenor can I carry a gun in open

The federal government places a complete ban on firearms rights for those who were convicted of most domestic violence charges - even misdemeanors....

Is "proof of ownership" required to be maintained for owning a firearm in Georgia

Yes. You should worry. The Feds will want to speak to you. DO NOT SPEAK TO THEM! Get a lawyer to discuss the specifics of how best to proceed even...

What are the chances of being found guilty on a moral turpitude charge, I.e. brandishing a firearm, and being deported?

Have your immigration attorney speak with the criminal defense attorney to help craft the best possible outcome.