Is it a federal crime be in possession of a firearm while being a convicted felon?

This transaction would definitely be in violation of federal and perhaps state law. The fact that you held the gun only briefly will not aid you,...

What is the different between a subpoena and extradition?

I have never heard the term extradition used except in the context of one state or country demanding that another state or country return an...

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I was arrested and charged with a crime i did not commit, I want to know can i sue the person that really committed the crime?

You can always file a civil suit but if a criminal prosecution involving the same incident is pending the civil suit will probably not go forward...

If I'm taken to court and can't afford a lawyer what happens?

Call your local bar association to see if there is a lawyers' referral panel in your area. The state bar probably won't have one but if there is a...

I won a Small Claims Suit - Payment in Installments

Congratulations on your legal victory! Now comes the hard part: collecting. If you agree orally to take $100 a month you can always change your...

What do we do if we know there is child abuse & drug/alcohol abuse occurring in the custodial parent's house??

Your claims have been examined and rejected by CPS, a very heavy duty outfit that leaps at any sign of abuse, and a court of law. If these people...

How would you decide if you have a good criminal attorney?

I would add to the comments of my colleagues that people in jail want immediate attention (and I understand why) even if that won't do them an...

My arraigment date was court furlough day.

You should do as Mr. Dinday indicated of course but my impression is that arraignments are just be rolled over 1 day. I'd get there early enough...

If i have a warrant will it expire

Everybody here always asks for a friend; wonder why? Anyway warrants like old soldiers never die; unlike old soldiers they don't even fade away. ...

What sentence is average for felony evading arrest charge in Santa Clara County, California

There is no average sentence for any crime. Moreover the law in San Jose is the same as the law throughout the state. Running away from the...