Questions answered by Douglas Holbrook

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What is the best way to go about my case?????

Douglas's answer | Answered on January 28, 2013

What state of the proceedings are you in at this point?

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My son was charged for an incident that took place and he wasn't there how can i get these charges dropped?

Douglas's answer | Answered on January 28, 2013

Situations like this do happen. So, for now, you just need to work with the system. If you have proof that he was home all day, and therefore...

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Can court ordered restitution be reduced?

Douglas's answer | Answered on January 28, 2013

You were originally entitled to a hearing on the amount of restitution. Did that occur? You may be able to request a hearing to review the amount...

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Is mr. sciolla taking any more cases concerning the big one with the narcotics squad? I need to know because I had a case.

Douglas's answer | Answered on January 28, 2013

I am going to assume that there is a back story here that exceeds the parameters of the purpose of this website.

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Do we need an attorney? If so, How do we find the right attorney for this type of matter. How likely is he to serve time.

Douglas's answer | Answered on January 28, 2013

One possible option you son would have would be to have him show up for his first appearance and speak with the public defender who would be...

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Are you more likely to get a better plea deal if the D.A. prosecutor may not have the best shot of winning the case?

Douglas's answer | Answered on January 28, 2013

Yes on both accounts. Yes the DA most certainly cares if they win or loose cases and the fact that there may be impediments to the DA winning the...

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Pc 490.5

Douglas's answer | Answered on January 28, 2013

No. Unfortunately, to be charged with PC 490.5, does not require that the merchandise actually be taken outside of the store. But, depending...

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Will the traffic violation appear as an arrest at the jail or just appear at court where fine was paid after the DWI EXPUNGED?

Douglas's answer | Answered on January 28, 2013

The traffic ticket would be classified as an infraction, and therefore should not be showing up as an arrest on it's own.

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When u go to court for assult and battery in 3rd degree, will u face time if u have a criminal record ?

Douglas's answer | Answered on January 28, 2013

Your past criminal record will certainly have an effect on the amount of custody that may be ordered.

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Underage girls (age 13-16) accusing man of showing pornographic pictures and forcing their hands on his penis.

Douglas's answer | Answered on January 28, 2013

These cases are quite difficult, but are certainly winnable. However, for now, focus your attention on the defense of your case before you begin...

Douglas Holbrook's Answers (1492)

What is the best way to go about my case?????

My son was charged for an incident that took place and he wasn't there how can i get these charges dropped?

Can court ordered restitution be reduced?

Is mr. sciolla taking any more cases concerning the big one with the narcotics squad? I need to know because I had a case.

Do we need an attorney? If so, How do we find the right attorney for this type of matter. How likely is he to serve time.

Are you more likely to get a better plea deal if the D.A. prosecutor may not have the best shot of winning the case?

Pc 490.5

Will the traffic violation appear as an arrest at the jail or just appear at court where fine was paid after the DWI EXPUNGED?

When u go to court for assult and battery in 3rd degree, will u face time if u have a criminal record ?

Underage girls (age 13-16) accusing man of showing pornographic pictures and forcing their hands on his penis.