I was told i cannot get a restraining order against my x girlofriend because im a felon,is this true?

I am not aware of any prohibition against obtaining an RO if you're a felon. In fact, the court grants them all the time in domestic violence cases...

My husband is being charged with felony domestic violence. I am the victim. I do not want to testify. Can I avoid testifying?

Even though the police said he was being charged with a felony, most domestic violence cases actually come through as a misdemeanor. If there were...

I was caught contributing to the deliquency of a minor by smoking medicinal marijuana with him. What will happen to me?

You should ask to have the Public Defender's office appointed if you cannot afford an attorney. He or she may be able to work out a dismissal if...

If my BFs case was dismissed today in court, will he be released or will he have to wait for the probation violation reset?

There is no guarantee, but typically when an underlying charge is dismissed, the probation violation goes away as well. Is it possible that there...

The concept of "pressing charges" is a myth. Prosecutors will file charges if they believe that there is sufficient evidence for a prosecution. It...

I NEED TO KNOW IF ITS BENEFICIAL TO TALK TO THE DETECTIVE ABOUT MY SPOUSAL BATTERY CASE.

The police are looking for a crime that they can prosecute. It has nothing to do with you personally, or your husband. Give them the facts...

Did I do well? pety theft case, first time?

It sounds like you took a "deferred entry of judgment" deal , which is typically recommended. Dan is correct, however. A lawyer needs to know your...

2nd time dui. I'm on dui probation.

You should be aggressive in contacting your lawyer. He is still your lawyer until relieved by the court. It is possible that he is simply very...

I'm a victim in a D.V. case, the defendants attorney wants me to change my story so it takes the blame off the defendant.

You are not obligated to speak to his attorney.

Did I violate a dv by contacting her friend while its still a temporary dv until court

You are allowed to have contact with her friends if they are not on the TRO. You are allowed to engage in free speech. You are not allowed to...