There will come a time when the court will think that you are "gaming the system." You should act promptly to obtain an attorney if you can afford...

Where to file a Petition for Rehearing, Superior Court Appellate Division or Court of Appeal?

If the case originated from the court of appeal, the petition should be filed in that court. Petitions for rehearing are normally made when a...

What is collateral waiver ?

I think you are probably referring to "collateral attack." Collateral attack is giving up the right to attack the conviction and sentence in...

Is sentence reduction possible for a career drug offender in Tennessee?

The circumstances are very limited in which a person can receive a sentencing reduction in federal court. The first avenue would be the appeal,...

What will happen to me and my belongings?

It is impossible to tell if you will be charged. Generally, the DA would have to show that you had knowledge of the narcotic activity in question....

At some point, if the DA"s office decides not to bring charges, they will "decline" prosecution. They may tell you at that time. But generally,...

How can I get off supervised probation and parole early?

There is no expungement remedy in federal court. The only option is to apply for a Presidential pardon. If you feel that your release date was...

The police want to insure who they are talking to. They also may want to video tape the statement.

What should I do,I'm lost In this small town and I have no money to hire a lawyer?

You have the right to appointed counsel but not the counsel of your choice on appointment. If you believe your attorney is not serving you well,...

If the photos are pornographic in nature or involve a minor you could definitely get in trouble. The transmission of photos over a phone or on the...